2007 BMW 730 vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, both 2007 BMW 730 and 2007 Peugeot 407 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 730 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 407. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 730 weights approximately 22 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 407. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 730 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 2007 BMW 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Peugeot 407 (441 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 730. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 730 | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | BMW | Peugeot |
Model | 730 | 407 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1798 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 66 L |