2001 BMW 730 vs. 1964 Peugeot 404
To start off, 2001 BMW 730 is newer by 37 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 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1964 Peugeot 404. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1964 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 730 weights approximately 680 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, 2001 BMW 730 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Peugeot 404. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 730 | 1964 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 730 | 404 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1618 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |
