2012 BMW 525 vs. 1999 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2012 BMW 525 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 525 (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1999 Peugeot 406. (134 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1999 Peugeot 406.
Because 2012 BMW 525 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 2012 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2012 BMW 525 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Peugeot 406. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW 525 | 1999 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 525 | 406 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4907 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1462 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2968 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
