1984 Peugeot 604 vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Peugeot 604. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Peugeot 604 would be higher. At 2,847 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Peugeot 604 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 118 (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1984 Peugeot 604. (153 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1984 Peugeot 604. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Peugeot 604 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2012 BMW 118.
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, 2012 BMW 118 (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Peugeot 604. (242 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Peugeot 604.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Peugeot 604 | 2012 BMW 118 | |
Make | Peugeot | BMW |
Model | 604 | 118 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2847 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4324 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |