1996 BMW 535 vs. 1996 Peugeot 406
To start off, both 1996 BMW 535 and 1996 Peugeot 406 were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 535 (232 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1996 Peugeot 406. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1996 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 535 weights approximately 422 kg more than 1996 Peugeot 406. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 BMW 535 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 1996 BMW 535. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Peugeot 406, 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, 1996 BMW 535 (320 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot 406. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 535 | 1996 Peugeot 406 | |
Make | BMW | Peugeot |
Model | 535 | 406 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3430 cc | 1618 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |