1998 BMW 845 vs. 1992 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1998 BMW 845 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 BMW 845 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 845 (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1992 Peugeot 405. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 845 should accelerate faster than 1992 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 845 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1992 Peugeot 405. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 BMW 845 (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Peugeot 405. (168 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 845 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 845 | 1992 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 845 | 405 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
