2005 BMW 116 vs. 1990 Peugeot 605
To start off, 2005 BMW 116 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Peugeot 605 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Peugeot 605 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2005 BMW 116. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2005 BMW 116. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 116 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 BMW 116. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Peugeot 605, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Peugeot 605 (265 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 116. (153 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1990 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 116 | 1990 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 116 | 605 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2810 mm |
