1958 BMW 600 vs. 1970 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1970 Peugeot 204 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 BMW 600 would be higher. At 1,130 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Peugeot 204 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Peugeot 204 (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1958 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Peugeot 204 should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Peugeot 204 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1958 BMW 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 BMW 600 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 1958 BMW 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Peugeot 204, 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, 1970 Peugeot 204 (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Peugeot 204 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 BMW 600 | 1970 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 600 | 204 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2610 mm |
