2006 MG ZT vs. 1978 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2006 MG ZT is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 MG ZT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 MG ZT (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1978 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 MG ZT should accelerate faster than 1978 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 MG ZT weights approximately 230 kg more than 1978 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 MG ZT (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Peugeot 504. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 MG ZT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 MG ZT | 1978 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | MG | Peugeot |
| Model | ZT | 504 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2910 mm |
