1965 Peugeot 404 vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (296 HP) has 223 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 404. (73 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1965 Peugeot 404. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 5 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Peugeot 404. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 404. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Peugeot 404 | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | Peugeot | BMW |
| Model | 404 | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1618 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 296 HP |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 2135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2132 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1559 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
