2004 BMW 745 vs. 1976 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2004 BMW 745 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 4,390 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 745 (322 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1976 Peugeot 504. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1976 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 745 weights approximately 865 kg more than 1976 Peugeot 504. 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, 2004 BMW 745 (447 Nm) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Peugeot 504. (134 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 745 | 1976 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 745 | 504 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2025 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 55 L |
