1966 BMW 1600 vs. 1999 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1999 Peugeot 504 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 BMW 1600 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Peugeot 504 (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1966 BMW 1600. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 1966 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1966 BMW 1600. 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:
| 1966 BMW 1600 | 1999 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 1600 | 504 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |
