2009 BMW M5 vs. 1983 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2009 BMW M5 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 426 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 505. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M5 weights approximately 488 kg more than 1983 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 M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 505. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M5 | 1983 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | BMW | Peugeot |
Model | M5 | 505 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2750 mm |