1999 BMW 323 vs. 2012 Peugeot iOn
To start off, 2012 Peugeot iOn is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 323 would be higher. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 323 (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot iOn. (63 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot iOn. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 323 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2012 Peugeot iOn. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 BMW 323 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot iOn. (180 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot iOn.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 323 | 2012 Peugeot iOn | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 323 | iOn |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1475 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2550 mm |
