1983 Peugeot 604 vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Peugeot 604. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Peugeot 604 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Peugeot 604 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 604. (96 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 604. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 325 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1983 Peugeot 604. 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, 2010 BMW 325 (270 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 604. (206 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 604.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Peugeot 604 | 2010 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Peugeot | BMW |
| Model | 604 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
