2009 BMW 330 vs. 1983 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 2,993 cc, 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 205. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 205.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 205. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 1983 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 330 | 205 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1360 cc |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2430 mm |
