1999 BMW 318 vs. 1974 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1999 BMW 318 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 2,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 318 (192 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1974 Peugeot 504. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1974 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1999 BMW 318.
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, 1999 BMW 318 (355 Nm) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Peugeot 504. (134 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 318 | 1974 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 318 | 504 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2910 mm |
