1994 Peugeot 605 vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Peugeot 605 would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 120 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1994 Peugeot 605. (129 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1994 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2012 BMW 120.
Because 2012 BMW 120 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 2012 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 2012 BMW 120 (380 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Peugeot 605. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Peugeot 605 | 2012 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Peugeot | BMW |
| Model | 605 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4324 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2690 mm |
