1977 Peugeot 504 vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 34 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 2,304 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 120 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1977 Peugeot 504. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1977 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 120 weights approximately 265 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, 2011 BMW 120 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Peugeot 504. (135 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Peugeot 504 | 2011 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Peugeot | BMW |
| Model | 504 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2304 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2670 mm |
