1997 Peugeot 406 vs. 2011 BMW 328
To start off, 2011 BMW 328 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 406. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 328 weights approximately 281 kg more than 1997 Peugeot 406. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Peugeot 406. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 328 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 406. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Peugeot 406 | 2011 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Peugeot | BMW |
| Model | 406 | 328 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
