2008 BMW 328 vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2008 BMW 328 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 328 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 407. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 407.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 407. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 328 | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 328 | 407 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 66 L |
