2002 Peugeot 807 vs. 1992 BMW 850
To start off, 2002 Peugeot 807 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 850 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 850 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 807. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 807. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 807 weights approximately 47 kg more than 1992 BMW 850.
Because 1992 BMW 850 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 BMW 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Peugeot 807, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 BMW 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 807. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 807.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Peugeot 807 | 1992 BMW 850 | |
| Make | Peugeot | BMW |
| Model | 807 | 850 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 52 L |
