2006 BMW 320 vs. 1992 Peugeot 405
To start off, 2006 BMW 320 is newer by 14 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1992 Peugeot 405. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1992 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 320 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1992 Peugeot 405. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Peugeot 405. (168 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 320 | 1992 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 320 | 405 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
