2009 BMW 330 vs. 1986 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Peugeot 505 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 74 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 505. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot 505.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 505. (240 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 1986 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 330 | 505 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2848 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
