2006 BMW 316 vs. 1994 Peugeot 605
To start off, 2006 BMW 316 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Peugeot 605 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Peugeot 605 (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 316 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1994 Peugeot 605.
Because 2006 BMW 316 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 2006 BMW 316. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 2006 BMW 316 (176 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Peugeot 605. (171 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 316 | 1994 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 316 | 605 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2810 mm |
