1996 BMW 725 vs. 1968 Peugeot 504D
To start off, 1996 BMW 725 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Peugeot 504D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 504D would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 725 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 725 (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 504D. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 725 should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 504D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 725 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1968 Peugeot 504D. 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, 1996 BMW 725 (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Peugeot 504D. (125 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 725 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Peugeot 504D.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 725 | 1968 Peugeot 504D | |
Make | BMW | Peugeot |
Model | 725 | 504D |
Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2112 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2630 mm |