1954 BMW 502 vs. 1983 Peugeot 604
To start off, 1983 Peugeot 604 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 BMW 502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 BMW 502 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Peugeot 604 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Peugeot 604 (153 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1954 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Peugeot 604 should accelerate faster than 1954 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Peugeot 604 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1954 BMW 502. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1983 Peugeot 604 (242 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 BMW 502. (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Peugeot 604 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 BMW 502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 BMW 502 | 1983 Peugeot 604 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 502 | 604 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2578 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
