2009 BMW 135 vs. 1992 Peugeot 405
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Peugeot 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Peugeot 405 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1992 Peugeot 405. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1992 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 135 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1992 Peugeot 405. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 135 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Peugeot 405. (168 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 1992 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 135 | 405 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
