1970 Peugeot 504 vs. 2012 BMW 740
To start off, 2012 BMW 740 is newer by 42 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 740 (315 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1970 Peugeot 504. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1970 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 740 weights approximately 680 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, 2012 BMW 740 (447 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Peugeot 504. (167 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Peugeot 504 | 2012 BMW 740 | |
Make | Peugeot | BMW |
Model | 504 | 740 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5215 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 82 L |