1968 Peugeot 504 vs. 2012 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Charger is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Charger (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 504. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Charger weights approximately 597 kg more than 1968 Peugeot 504. 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, 2012 Dodge Charger (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Peugeot 504. (147 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Peugeot 504. 2012 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1968 Peugeot 504 has manual transmission. 1968 Peugeot 504 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Peugeot 504 | 2012 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Peugeot | Dodge |
| Model | 504 | Charger |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3053 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 72 L |
