2007 BMW M vs. 1994 Peugeot 605
To start off, 2007 BMW M is newer by 13 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 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M (330 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1994 Peugeot 605. (129 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1994 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2007 BMW M.
Because 2007 BMW M 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 2007 BMW M. 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, 2007 BMW M (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Peugeot 605. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M | 1994 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | M | 605 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2810 mm |
