2008 BMW 528 vs. 2001 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2008 BMW 528 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Peugeot 607. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Peugeot 607 would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 528 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot 607. (161 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot 607. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2008 BMW 528.
Because 2008 BMW 528 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 2008 BMW 528. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2008 BMW 528 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot 607. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot 607.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 528 | 2001 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 528 | 607 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
