1995 BMW S3 vs. 1995 Peugeot 605
To start off, both 1995 BMW S3 and 1995 Peugeot 605 were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW S3 (338 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 605. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW S3 should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW S3 weights approximately 279 kg more than 1995 Peugeot 605. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 BMW S3 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 S3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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 S3 (260 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 605. (179 Nm). This means 1995 BMW S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 605. 1995 Peugeot 605 has automatic transmission and 1995 BMW S3 has manual transmission. 1995 BMW S3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Peugeot 605 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW S3 | 1995 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | S3 | 605 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2810 mm |
