1991 BMW 525 vs. 1983 Peugeot 604
To start off, 1991 BMW 525 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Peugeot 604. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Peugeot 604 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Peugeot 604 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 BMW 525 (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 604. (96 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 604. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 BMW 525 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1983 Peugeot 604. 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, 1991 BMW 525 (260 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 604. (206 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 604.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW 525 | 1983 Peugeot 604 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 525 | 604 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
