2006 BMW Z4 vs. 1974 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW Z4 (343 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1974 Peugeot 504. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1974 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW Z4 weights approximately 168 kg more than 1974 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 Z4 (495 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Peugeot 504. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW Z4 | 1974 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | Z4 | 504 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 343 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
