1985 Peugeot 604 vs. 2012 BMW M5
To start off, 2012 BMW M5 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Peugeot 604. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Peugeot 604 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW M5 (560 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 407 more horse power than 1985 Peugeot 604. (153 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1985 Peugeot 604.
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 M5 (680 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 438 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Peugeot 604. (242 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Peugeot 604.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Peugeot 604 | 2012 BMW M5 | |
Make | Peugeot | BMW |
Model | 604 | M5 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2849 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 560 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 680 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1455 mm |