2009 BMW 116 vs. 1974 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2009 BMW 116 is newer by 35 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 2,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 116 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1974 Peugeot 504. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 1974 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 116 weights approximately 115 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, 2009 BMW 116 (151 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Peugeot 504. (134 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 116 | 1974 Peugeot 504 | |
Make | BMW | Peugeot |
Model | 116 | 504 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2302 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |