2001 BMW M3 vs. 2007 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 206 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M3 (326 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 206. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW M3 weights approximately 705 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 BMW M3 (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 206. (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2001 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M3 | 2007 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | M3 | 206 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1410 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 73.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
