1968 Peugeot 504D vs. 2009 BMW 318
To start off, 2009 BMW 318 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Peugeot 504D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 504D would be higher. At 2,112 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Peugeot 504D is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 318 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 504D. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 504D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 318 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1968 Peugeot 504D. 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, 2009 BMW 318 (201 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Peugeot 504D. (125 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Peugeot 504D. 2009 BMW 318 has automatic transmission and 1968 Peugeot 504D has manual transmission. 1968 Peugeot 504D will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 318 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Peugeot 504D | 2009 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Peugeot | BMW |
| Model | 504D | 318 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2112 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 63 L |
