2008 BMW 330 vs. 1975 Peugeot 604
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Peugeot 604. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Peugeot 604 would be higher. At 2,979 cc, 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1975 Peugeot 604. (144 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1975 Peugeot 604. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1975 Peugeot 604. 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 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Peugeot 604. (215 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Peugeot 604. 2008 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 1975 Peugeot 604 has manual transmission. 1975 Peugeot 604 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 1975 Peugeot 604 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 330 | 604 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2664 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
