1970 Peugeot 504 vs. 1979 BMW M1
To start off, 1979 BMW M1 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW M1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 BMW M1 (273 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1970 Peugeot 504. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 1970 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 BMW M1 weights approximately 88 kg more than 1970 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, 1979 BMW M1 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Peugeot 504. (126 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 BMW M1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Peugeot 504 | 1979 BMW M1 | |
Make | Peugeot | BMW |
Model | 504 | M1 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2112 cc | 3453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 273 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2570 mm |