1970 Peugeot 504 vs. 1999 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 1999 Venturi Atlantique is newer by 29 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Venturi Atlantique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Venturi Atlantique (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1970 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 1970 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1999 Venturi Atlantique.
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, 1999 Venturi Atlantique (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Peugeot 504. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Peugeot 504 | 1999 Venturi Atlantique | |
| Make | Peugeot | Venturi |
| Model | 504 | Atlantique |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2510 mm |
