2005 BMW 325 vs. 1969 Peugeot 204
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1969 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1969 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 595 kg more than 1969 Peugeot 204. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1969 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 325 | 204 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 64 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 22.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 42 L |
