1999 Lotus M250 vs. 1977 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1999 Lotus M250 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Lotus M250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus M250 (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1977 Peugeot 504. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus M250 should accelerate faster than 1977 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1999 Lotus M250.
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 Lotus M250 (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Peugeot 504. (135 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Lotus M250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lotus M250 | 1977 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Lotus | Peugeot |
| Model | M250 | 504 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2304 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1470 mm |
