2007 BMW 335 vs. 1976 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1976 Peugeot 504. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1976 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 335 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1976 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, 2007 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Peugeot 504. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 335 | 1976 Peugeot 504 | |
Make | BMW | Peugeot |
Model | 335 | 504 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |