2008 BMW X3 vs. 1974 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X3 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1974 Peugeot 504. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1974 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1974 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 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Peugeot 504. (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X3 | 1974 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | X3 | 504 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 55 L |
