1990 BMW 316 vs. 1990 Peugeot 504
To start off, both 1990 BMW 316 and 1990 Peugeot 504 were released in the same year (1990). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 100 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1990 BMW 316.
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:
| 1990 BMW 316 | 1990 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 316 | 504 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |
