1977 Peugeot 504 vs. 2009 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1977 Peugeot 504. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1977 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1977 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, 2009 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Peugeot 504. (135 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Peugeot 504 | 2009 BMW 330 | |
Make | Peugeot | BMW |
Model | 504 | 330 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2304 cc | 2978 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 89.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |