2006 BMW 730 vs. 1973 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2006 BMW 730 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 730 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1973 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1973 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 730 weights approximately 645 kg more than 1973 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, 2006 BMW 730 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Peugeot 504. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 730 | 1973 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 730 | 504 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2910 mm |
