2009 BMW 125 vs. 1976 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1976 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1976 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 4 kg more than 2009 BMW 125.
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 125 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Peugeot 504. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 125 | 1976 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 125 | 504 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2910 mm |
