1969 Peugeot 204 vs. 2012 BMW 320
To start off, 2012 BMW 320 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 320 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1969 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1969 Peugeot 204.
Because 2012 BMW 320 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Peugeot 204, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 BMW 320 (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Peugeot 204 | 2012 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Peugeot | BMW |
| Model | 204 | 320 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1130 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 57 L |
