1978 Peugeot 504 vs. 2011 BMW 550
To start off, 2011 BMW 550 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1978 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1978 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 550 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1978 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 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Peugeot 504. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Peugeot 504. 2011 BMW 550 has automatic transmission and 1978 Peugeot 504 has manual transmission. 1978 Peugeot 504 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 550 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Peugeot 504 | 2011 BMW 550 | |
Make | Peugeot | BMW |
Model | 504 | 550 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2968 mm |