2008 BMW M6 vs. 2003 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2008 BMW M6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 407. (207 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2008 BMW M6.
Because 2008 BMW M6 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 M6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 407, 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 M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 407. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 407. 2003 Peugeot 407 has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW M6 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW M6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Peugeot 407 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW M6 | 2003 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | M6 | 407 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 2944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 14.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
