1999 BMW 323 vs. 1972 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1999 BMW 323 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 323 (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1972 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1972 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 323 weights approximately 127 kg more than 1972 Peugeot 504. 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, 1999 BMW 323 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Peugeot 504. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Peugeot 504. 1999 BMW 323 has automatic transmission and 1972 Peugeot 504 has manual transmission. 1972 Peugeot 504 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 BMW 323 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 323 | 1972 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 323 | 504 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2910 mm |
