1981 BMW 725 vs. 1971 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1981 BMW 725 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW 725 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW 725 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1971 Peugeot 404. (55 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 725 should accelerate faster than 1971 Peugeot 404.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 725 | 1971 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 725 | 404 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2850 mm |
