1995 Peugeot 605 vs. 2006 BMW 630
To start off, 2006 BMW 630 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Peugeot 605 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 605. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 630 weights approximately 314 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 2006 BMW 630 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 2006 BMW 630. 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, 2006 BMW 630 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 605. (179 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Peugeot 605 | 2006 BMW 630 | |
| Make | Peugeot | BMW |
| Model | 605 | 630 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2790 mm |
