1991 BMW 320 vs. 1991 Peugeot 605
To start off, both 1991 BMW 320 and 1991 Peugeot 605 were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 BMW 320 (149 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1991 Peugeot 605. (115 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1991 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1991 BMW 320.
Because 1991 BMW 320 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 1991 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 BMW 320 (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Peugeot 605. (171 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1991 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
1991 BMW 320 | 1991 Peugeot 605 | |
Make | BMW | Peugeot |
Model | 320 | 605 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |