2007 BMW Convertible vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2007 BMW Convertible is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 406. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 360 kg more than 1995 Peugeot 406. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Convertible (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 406. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Convertible | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | Convertible | 406 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2087 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 363 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2710 mm |
