2004 BMW 325 vs. 1992 Peugeot 405
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 12 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Peugeot 405 (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (116 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1992 Peugeot 405.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 325 (222 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Peugeot 405. (168 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 1992 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 325 | 405 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
