1996 BMW M3 vs. 2007 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 307 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW M3 (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 307. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW M3 weights approximately 184 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 307. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 BMW M3 (320 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 307. (200 Nm). This means 1996 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 307. 2007 Peugeot 307 has automatic transmission and 1996 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 1996 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Peugeot 307 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW M3 | 2007 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | M3 | 307 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
