2011 BMW 550 vs. 2009 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2011 BMW 550 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Peugeot 607. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Peugeot 607 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2009 Peugeot 607. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2009 Peugeot 607. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 550 weights approximately 245 kg more than 2009 Peugeot 607. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 550 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 2011 BMW 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2011 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Peugeot 607. (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Peugeot 607.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW 550 | 2009 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 550 | 607 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 609 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4905 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1859 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1463 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2969 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
