1988 Peugeot 504 vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 1 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 1 Series (227 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1988 Peugeot 504. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 1988 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 1 Series weights approximately 409 kg more than 1988 Peugeot 504. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Peugeot 504 | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
| Make | Peugeot | BMW |
| Model | 504 | 1 Series |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4373 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1919 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1411 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
