1968 BMW 1600 vs. 1960 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1968 BMW 1600 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 BMW 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 1600 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1960 Peugeot 404. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 1600 should accelerate faster than 1960 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Peugeot 404 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1968 BMW 1600.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 BMW 1600 (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Peugeot 404. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 1600 | 1960 Peugeot 404 | |
Make | BMW | Peugeot |
Model | 1600 | 404 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1618 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 7.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 50 L |