1988 BMW M3 vs. 2006 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 407 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW M3 would be higher. At 2,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW M3 (192 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 407. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 284 kg more than 1988 BMW M3.
Because 1988 BMW M3 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 1988 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 407, 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, 1988 BMW M3 (230 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 407. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW M3 | 2006 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | M3 | 407 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2302 cc | 1749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 66 L |
