1970 Peugeot 504 vs. 2010 BMW X6
To start off, 2010 BMW X6 is newer by 40 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X6 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1970 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1970 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X6 weights approximately 820 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.
Because 2010 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Peugeot 504. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 will offer significantly more control. 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 X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Peugeot 504. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Peugeot 504. 2010 BMW X6 has automatic transmission and 1970 Peugeot 504 has manual transmission. 1970 Peugeot 504 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Peugeot 504 | 2010 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Peugeot | BMW |
| Model | 504 | X6 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1983 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2933 mm |
