2007 BMW 750 vs. 1963 Peugeot 404

To start off, 2007 BMW 750 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 750 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1963 Peugeot 404. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1963 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 750 weights approximately 930 kg more than 1963 Peugeot 404. 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 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Peugeot 404. (121 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Peugeot 404.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW 750 1963 Peugeot 404
Make BMW Peugeot
Model 750 404
Year Released 2007 1963
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4799 cc 1948 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 362 HP 57 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 490 Nm 121 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 2250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 88 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.3 mm 80 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2055 kg 1125 kg
Vehicle Length 5180 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 3140 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 88 L 55 L


 

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