1974 Peugeot 504 vs. 2007 Peugeot Boxer
To start off, 2007 Peugeot Boxer is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 2,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot Boxer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Peugeot 504 (144 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot Boxer. (124 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot Boxer.
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, 2007 Peugeot Boxer (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Peugeot 504. (217 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot Boxer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Peugeot 504 | 2007 Peugeot Boxer | |
| Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
| Model | 504 | Boxer |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
