1972 BMW 520 vs. 1974 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1974 Peugeot 504 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW 520 would be higher. At 2,662 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW 520 (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1974 Peugeot 504. (136 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1974 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 BMW 520 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1974 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, 1974 Peugeot 504 (207 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1974 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW 520 | 1974 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 520 | 504 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2560 mm |
