1975 BMW 520 vs. 1962 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1975 BMW 520 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 BMW 520 (123 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1962 Peugeot 404. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1962 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 BMW 520 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1962 Peugeot 404. 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, 1975 BMW 520 (172 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Peugeot 404. (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
1975 BMW 520 | 1962 Peugeot 404 | |
Make | BMW | Peugeot |
Model | 520 | 404 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1962 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1618 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |