1995 BMW Z3 vs. 1962 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1995 BMW Z3 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW Z3 (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1962 Peugeot 404. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1962 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW Z3 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1962 Peugeot 404. 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, 1995 BMW Z3 (179 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Peugeot 404. (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW Z3 | 1962 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | Z3 | 404 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1618 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 50 L |
