2007 BMW 730 vs. 2007 Peugeot 607
To start off, both 2007 BMW 730 and 2007 Peugeot 607 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 47 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 607. (208 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 607. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 730 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 607. 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 607, 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 BMW 730 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 607. (294 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 607.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 730 | 2007 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 730 | 607 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2946 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 231 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |
