1974 BMW 1502 vs. 1968 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1974 BMW 1502 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Peugeot 504 (93 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1974 BMW 1502. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1974 BMW 1502. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Peugeot 504 (168 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
1974 BMW 1502 | 1968 Peugeot 504 | |
Make | BMW | Peugeot |
Model | 1502 | 504 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.4:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2900 mm |