2011 Peugeot 508 vs. 2012 BMW 520
To start off, 2012 BMW 520 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Peugeot 508. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Peugeot 508 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Peugeot 508 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Peugeot 508 (201 HP) has 19 more horse power than 2012 BMW 520. (182 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Peugeot 508 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 520.
Because 2012 BMW 520 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 2012 BMW 520. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Peugeot 508, 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 Peugeot 508 (338 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 520. (270 Nm). This means 2011 Peugeot 508 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Peugeot 508 | 2012 BMW 520 | |
| Make | Peugeot | BMW |
| Model | 508 | 520 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 182 HP |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4792 mm | 4907 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1853 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1456 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2817 mm | 2968 mm |
