1999 BMW 330 vs. 2011 Peugeot iOn
To start off, 2011 Peugeot iOn is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 330 would be higher. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 330 (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot iOn. (63 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2011 Peugeot iOn. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 330 weights approximately 620 kg more than 2011 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 330 (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Peugeot iOn. (180 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Peugeot iOn.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 330 | 2011 Peugeot iOn | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 330 | iOn |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 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 |
