2007 BMW 330 vs. 1992 Peugeot 605
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Peugeot 605 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1992 Peugeot 605. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1992 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1992 Peugeot 605. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Peugeot 605. (171 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Peugeot 605. 2007 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 1992 Peugeot 605 has manual transmission. 1992 Peugeot 605 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 1992 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 330 | 605 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2810 mm |
