2009 BMW 530 vs. 2007 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Peugeot 607. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Peugeot 607 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 607. (208 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 607. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2009 BMW 530.
Because 2009 BMW 530 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 2009 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2009 BMW 530 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 607. (294 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 607.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 530 | 2007 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 530 | 607 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2946 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 231 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
