2007 BMW 118 vs. 1976 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2007 BMW 118 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 118 (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1976 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1976 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2007 BMW 118.
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, 2007 BMW 118 (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Peugeot 504. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 118 | 1976 Peugeot 504 | |
Make | BMW | Peugeot |
Model | 118 | 504 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 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 | 1230 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2910 mm |