1992 BMW 518 vs. 1989 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1992 BMW 518 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Peugeot 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Peugeot 405 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 518 (114 HP) has 50 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 405. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 518 should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1992 BMW 518.
Because 1989 Peugeot 405 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 BMW 518. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot 405 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1992 BMW 518 (165 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 405. (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 518 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 518 | 1989 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 518 | 405 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2680 mm |
