1996 BMW 318 vs. 2007 Peugeot Boxer
To start off, 2007 Peugeot Boxer is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 318 would be higher. At 2,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot Boxer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot Boxer (124 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1996 BMW 318. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot Boxer should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 318.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Peugeot Boxer (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 318. (168 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot Boxer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 318 | 2007 Peugeot Boxer | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 318 | Boxer |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
