1975 Peugeot 604 vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Peugeot 604. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Peugeot 604 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Peugeot 604 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Peugeot 604 (144 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2012 BMW 116. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Peugeot 604 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Peugeot 604 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2012 BMW 116. 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, 2012 BMW 116 (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Peugeot 604. (215 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Peugeot 604.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Peugeot 604 | 2012 BMW 116 | |
Make | Peugeot | BMW |
Model | 604 | 116 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 144 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4324 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |