2004 Lexus SC vs. 1975 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2004 Lexus SC is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lexus SC (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1975 Peugeot 504. (72 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1975 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lexus SC weights approximately 201 kg more than 1975 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 Lexus SC (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Peugeot 504. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lexus SC | 1975 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Lexus | Peugeot |
| Model | SC | 504 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1274 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2910 mm |
