2009 BMW 325 vs. 1984 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1984 Peugeot 505. (160 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1984 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 325 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1984 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, 2009 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Peugeot 505. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 325 | 1984 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 325 | 505 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2154 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 91.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |
