2009 BMW M6 vs. 2000 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Peugeot 607. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Peugeot 607 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 366 more horse power than 2000 Peugeot 607. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Peugeot 607. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 255 kg more than 2009 BMW M6.
Because 2009 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 2009 BMW M6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Peugeot 607. (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Peugeot 607.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M6 | 2000 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | M6 | 607 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
