2008 BMW 750 vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2008 BMW 750 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 750 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (130 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 750 weights approximately 369 kg more than 1979 Peugeot 505. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 750 (488 Nm @ 3499 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 505. (180 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 505. 2008 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1979 Peugeot 505 has manual transmission. 1979 Peugeot 505 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 750 | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | BMW | Peugeot |
Model | 750 | 505 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3499 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2910 mm |