2004 BMW 745 vs. 1964 Peugeot 404
To start off, 2004 BMW 745 is newer by 40 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 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine.
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, 2004 BMW 745 (451 Nm) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Peugeot 404. (121 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 745 | 1964 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 745 | 404 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 1946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 50 L |
