1999 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1974 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1974 Peugeot 504. (144 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1974 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 255 kg more than 1974 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 Chevrolet Camaro (468 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Peugeot 504. (217 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Camaro | 1974 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Camaro | 504 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
