2006 BMW M3 vs. 1995 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2006 BMW M3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (333 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 205. (102 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW M3 weights approximately 780 kg more than 1995 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW M3 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 M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 205, 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 M3 (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 205. (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW M3 | 1995 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | M3 | 205 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 333 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 73.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
