2006 BMW 760 vs. 1968 Peugeot 504D

To start off, 2006 BMW 760 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Peugeot 504D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 504D would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 760 (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 375 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 504D. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 504D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 760 weights approximately 865 kg more than 1968 Peugeot 504D. 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 760 (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Peugeot 504D. (125 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Peugeot 504D. 2006 BMW 760 has automatic transmission and 1968 Peugeot 504D has manual transmission. 1968 Peugeot 504D will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 BMW 760 1968 Peugeot 504D
Make BMW Peugeot
Model 760 504D
Year Released 2006 1968
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5972 cc 2112 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 439 HP 64 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 600 Nm 125 Nm
Torque RPM 3950 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 90 mm
Engine Stroke Size 80 mm 83 mm
Top Speed 250 km/hour 135 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2090 kg 1225 kg
Vehicle Length 5040 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 3000 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 88 L 56 L


 

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