1972 BMW Touring vs. 1970 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1972 BMW Touring is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 1,574 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 BMW Touring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW Touring (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1970 Peugeot 404. (55 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW Touring should accelerate faster than 1970 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Peugeot 404 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1972 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW Touring | 1970 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | Touring | 404 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2850 mm |
