1968 Peugeot 504D vs. 2010 BMW 128
To start off, 2010 BMW 128 is newer by 42 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 128 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 128 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 504D. (58 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 128 should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 504D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 128 weights approximately 235 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, 2010 BMW 128 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Peugeot 504D. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 128 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Peugeot 504D.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Peugeot 504D | 2010 BMW 128 | |
| Make | Peugeot | BMW |
| Model | 504D | 128 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2112 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |
