1959 BMW 700 vs. 1973 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1973 Peugeot 404 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 700 would be higher. At 1,618 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Peugeot 404 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Peugeot 404 (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (39 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Peugeot 404 should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Peugeot 404 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1959 BMW 700. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 700 | 1973 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 700 | 404 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 695 cc | 1618 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 50 L |
