2007 BMW M5 vs. 2010 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 307 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW M5 would be higher. At 4,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 2010 Peugeot 307. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2010 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M5 weights approximately 332 kg more than 2010 Peugeot 307. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW M5 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 M5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Peugeot 307. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M5 | 2010 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | M5 | 307 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4998 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 12 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 | 1830 kg | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
