1974 Peugeot 504 vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 36 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 118 (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1974 Peugeot 504. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1974 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 118 weights approximately 340 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, 2010 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Peugeot 504. (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Peugeot 504 | 2010 BMW 118 | |
Make | Peugeot | BMW |
Model | 504 | 118 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1944 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 51 L |