1970 Peugeot 504 vs. 1990 TVR V8 S
To start off, 1990 TVR V8 S is newer by 20 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 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 TVR V8 S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 TVR V8 S (240 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1970 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 TVR V8 S should accelerate faster than 1970 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 278 kg more than 1990 TVR V8 S.
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, 1990 TVR V8 S (373 Nm) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Peugeot 504. (160 Nm). This means 1990 TVR V8 S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Peugeot 504 | 1990 TVR V8 S | |
| Make | Peugeot | TVR |
| Model | 504 | V8 S |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1052 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2290 mm |
