2008 BMW 550 vs. 1977 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2008 BMW 550 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 2008 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1977 Peugeot 504. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1977 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 550 weights approximately 394 kg more than 1977 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 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Peugeot 504. (133 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Peugeot 504. 2008 BMW 550 has automatic transmission and 1977 Peugeot 504 has manual transmission. 1977 Peugeot 504 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 550 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 550 | 1977 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 550 | 504 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2304 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 22.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
