1949 BMW 340 vs. 1996 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1996 Peugeot 504 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 BMW 340. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 BMW 340 would be higher. Both 1949 BMW 340 and 1996 Peugeot 504 are equipped with a 1,971 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Peugeot 504 (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1949 BMW 340. (53 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 1949 BMW 340. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 BMW 340 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1996 Peugeot 504.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 BMW 340 | 1996 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 340 | 504 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2750 mm |
