1985 BMW 325 vs. 1984 Peugeot 604
To start off, 1985 BMW 325 is newer by 1 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, 1984 Peugeot 604 (153 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1985 BMW 325. (120 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Peugeot 604 should accelerate faster than 1985 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Peugeot 604 weights approximately 258 kg more than 1985 BMW 325. 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, 1984 Peugeot 604 (242 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 BMW 325. (230 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1984 Peugeot 604 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 BMW 325 | 1984 Peugeot 604 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 325 | 604 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2693 cc | 2847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1162 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
