2008 BMW 316 vs. 1975 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2008 BMW 316 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 316 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1975 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1975 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 316 weights approximately 43 kg more than 1975 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, 2008 BMW 316 (176 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Peugeot 504. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 316 | 1975 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 316 | 504 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2910 mm |
