2008 BMW 130 vs. 1974 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2008 BMW 130 is newer by 34 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 130 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1974 Peugeot 504. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 1974 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2008 BMW 130.
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, 2008 BMW 130 (315 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Peugeot 504. (134 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 130 | 1974 Peugeot 504 | |
Make | BMW | Peugeot |
Model | 130 | 504 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2302 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 22.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1410 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 |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |