1992 BMW 740 vs. 1965 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1992 BMW 740 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 740 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (54 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 740 weights approximately 808 kg more than 1965 Peugeot 204. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 BMW 740 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 BMW 740. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Peugeot 204, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 BMW 740 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (89 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 740 | 1965 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 740 | 204 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 64 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |
