1962 BMW 1800 vs. 1964 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1964 Peugeot 404 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 1800 would be higher. At 1,771 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 BMW 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 BMW 1800 (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1964 Peugeot 404. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 BMW 1800 should accelerate faster than 1964 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Peugeot 404 weights approximately 22 kg more than 1962 BMW 1800.
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, 1962 BMW 1800 (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Peugeot 404. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1962 BMW 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 1800 | 1964 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 1800 | 404 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1771 cc | 1618 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |
