2012 BMW 535 vs. 2010 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Peugeot 408. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Peugeot 408 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 535 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2010 Peugeot 408. (147 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2010 Peugeot 408.
Because 2012 BMW 535 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 535. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 408, 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, 2012 BMW 535 (600 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Peugeot 408. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Peugeot 408.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW 535 | 2010 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 535 | 408 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4907 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1462 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2968 mm | 2710 mm |
