1995 BMW 330 vs. 1990 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1995 BMW 330 is newer by 5 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 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 330 (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 605. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1995 BMW 330.
Because 1995 BMW 330 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 1995 BMW 330. 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, 1995 BMW 330 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Peugeot 605. (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Peugeot 605. 1990 Peugeot 605 has automatic transmission and 1995 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 1995 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Peugeot 605 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW 330 | 1990 Peugeot 605 | |
Make | BMW | Peugeot |
Model | 330 | 605 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2088 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |