2009 BMW 125 vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 406. (192 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 204 kg more than 2009 BMW 125.
Because 2009 BMW 125 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 2009 BMW 125. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406, 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, 1995 Peugeot 406 (267 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 125 | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 125 | 406 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
