1995 BMW 330 vs. 1995 Peugeot 205
To start off, both 1995 BMW 330 and 1995 Peugeot 205 were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 330 (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 205. (102 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 330 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1995 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Peugeot 205, 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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 205. (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 330 | 1995 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 330 | 205 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 73.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
