2011 BMW 550 vs. 1990 Peugeot 605
To start off, 2011 BMW 550 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Peugeot 605 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 605. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 550 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1990 Peugeot 605. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 550 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 BMW 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Peugeot 605, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Peugeot 605. (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW 550 | 1990 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 550 | 605 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 609 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4899 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1464 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2968 mm | 2810 mm |
