2007 BMW 328 vs. 1997 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Peugeot 306 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 306. (167 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 306.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 306. (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 1997 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 328 | 306 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
