2003 Peugeot 307 vs. 2011 BMW 530
To start off, 2011 BMW 530 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 307 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 530 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 307. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 307.
Because 2011 BMW 530 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 2011 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 307, 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, 2011 BMW 530 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 307. (184 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Peugeot 307 | 2011 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Peugeot | BMW |
| Model | 307 | 530 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.4 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
