2008 BMW 740 vs. 1961 Peugeot 404
To start off, 2008 BMW 740 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 740 (303 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1961 Peugeot 404. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1961 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 740 weights approximately 880 kg more than 1961 Peugeot 404. 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 740 (390 Nm) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Peugeot 404. (127 Nm). This means 2008 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Peugeot 404. 2008 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 1961 Peugeot 404 has manual transmission. 1961 Peugeot 404 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 740 | 1961 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 740 | 404 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1618 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 50 L |
