2000 BMW 520 vs. 1964 Peugeot 404
To start off, 2000 BMW 520 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 520 (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1964 Peugeot 404. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1964 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 520 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1964 Peugeot 404. 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, 2000 BMW 520 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Peugeot 404. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 520 | 1964 Peugeot 404 | |
Make | BMW | Peugeot |
Model | 520 | 404 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1964 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1618 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |