2006 BMW 645 vs. 1992 Peugeot 405
To start off, 2006 BMW 645 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1992 Peugeot 405. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 1992 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 645 weights approximately 666 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 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Peugeot 405. (168 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 645 | 1992 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 645 | 405 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2710 mm |
