1998 BMW 316 vs. 1992 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1998 BMW 316 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Peugeot 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Peugeot 405 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Peugeot 405 (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1998 BMW 316. (103 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 316 weights approximately 228 kg more than 1992 Peugeot 405.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Peugeot 405 (168 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 316. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 316 | 1992 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 316 | 405 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
