2003 BMW 530 vs. 1961 Peugeot 404
To start off, 2003 BMW 530 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1961 Peugeot 404. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1961 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 530 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1961 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, 2003 BMW 530 (501 Nm) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Peugeot 404. (127 Nm). This means 2003 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 530 | 1961 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 530 | 404 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1618 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
