1999 BMW M5 vs. 2004 Peugeot 907
To start off, 2004 Peugeot 907 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW M5 would be higher. At 5,892 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Peugeot 907 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Peugeot 907 (493 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1999 BMW M5. (401 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 907 should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW M5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW M5 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2004 Peugeot 907.
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, 1999 BMW M5 (499 Nm) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 907. (214 Nm). This means 1999 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot 907.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW M5 | 2004 Peugeot 907 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | M5 | 907 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4900 cc | 5892 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 499 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
