2009 BMW 125 vs. 1996 Peugeot 806
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Peugeot 806. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Peugeot 806 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1996 Peugeot 806. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1996 Peugeot 806. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Peugeot 806 weights approximately 259 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, 1996 Peugeot 806, 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, both vehicles can yield 250 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 125 | 1996 Peugeot 806 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 125 | 806 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |
