1990 BMW 316 vs. 2011 Peugeot iOn
To start off, 2011 Peugeot iOn is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 316 would be higher. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 316 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot iOn. (63 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 2011 Peugeot iOn.
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, 2011 Peugeot iOn (180 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 316. (141 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Peugeot iOn will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 316 | 2011 Peugeot iOn | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 316 | iOn |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1475 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2550 mm |
