2008 BMW X3 vs. 1968 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X3 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 504. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 618 kg more than 1968 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 X3 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Peugeot 504. (147 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Peugeot 504. 2008 BMW X3 has automatic transmission and 1968 Peugeot 504 has manual transmission. 1968 Peugeot 504 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW X3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X3 | 1968 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | X3 | 504 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 55 L |
