2008 BMW M6 vs. 1968 Peugeot 504D
To start off, 2008 BMW M6 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Peugeot 504D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 504D would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 436 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 504D. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 504D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M6 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1968 Peugeot 504D. 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 M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Peugeot 504D. (125 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Peugeot 504D. 2008 BMW M6 has automatic transmission and 1968 Peugeot 504D has manual transmission. 1968 Peugeot 504D will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW M6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW M6 | 1968 Peugeot 504D | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | M6 | 504D |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 2112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 56 L |
