1962 BMW 700 vs. 1975 Peugeot 604
To start off, 1975 Peugeot 604 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 700 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Peugeot 604 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Peugeot 604 (144 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1962 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Peugeot 604 should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Peugeot 604 weights approximately 815 kg more than 1962 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. Let's talk about torque, 1975 Peugeot 604 (215 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Peugeot 604 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
1962 BMW 700 | 1975 Peugeot 604 | |
Make | BMW | Peugeot |
Model | 700 | 604 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 697 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |