2008 BMW 730 vs. 1983 Peugeot 604
To start off, 2008 BMW 730 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Peugeot 604. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Peugeot 604 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 730 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 604. (153 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 604. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 730 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1983 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 730 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 604. (242 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 604.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 730 | 1983 Peugeot 604 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 730 | 604 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |
