2005 BMW 318 vs. 1961 Peugeot 404
To start off, 2005 BMW 318 is newer by 44 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 318 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1961 Peugeot 404. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1961 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 318 weights approximately 235 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, 2005 BMW 318 (167 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Peugeot 404. (127 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 318 | 1961 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 318 | 404 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1618 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 50 L |
