2009 BMW 730 vs. 1981 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2009 BMW 730 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 730 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1981 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1981 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 730 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1981 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 730 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Peugeot 505. 2009 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 1981 Peugeot 505 has manual transmission. 1981 Peugeot 505 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 730 | 1981 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 730 | 505 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2910 mm |
