2009 BMW M6 vs. 1989 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 394 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2009 BMW M6.
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 M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 505. (162 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M6 | 1989 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | BMW | Peugeot |
Model | M6 | 505 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2910 mm |