2005 Peugeot 407 vs. 2010 BMW 528
To start off, 2010 BMW 528 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 528 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 407. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 528 weights approximately 24 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 407. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 528 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 2010 BMW 528. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 407, 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, 2010 BMW 528 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 407. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Peugeot 407 | 2010 BMW 528 | |
| Make | Peugeot | BMW |
| Model | 407 | 528 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2888 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
