2007 BMW M3 vs. 2007 Peugeot 307

To start off, both 2007 BMW M3 and 2007 Peugeot 307 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 307. (175 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M3 weights approximately 57 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 307. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 BMW M3 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 M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 307, 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 M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 307. (202 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 307.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW M3 2007 Peugeot 307
Make BMW Peugeot
Model M3 307
Year Released 2007 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3245 cc 1996 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 338 HP 175 HP
Engine RPM 4900 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 365 Nm 202 Nm
Torque RPM 4900 RPM 4750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 91 mm 88 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.5:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 250 km/hour 225 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 5.2 seconds 10 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1570 kg 1513 kg
Vehicle Length 4500 mm 4350 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2740 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Consumption City 14.7 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.9 L/100km 8.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 50 L