2009 BMW 325 vs. 1962 Peugeot 404
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1962 Peugeot 404. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1962 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 325 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1962 Peugeot 404. 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 325 (270 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Peugeot 404. (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 325 | 1962 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 325 | 404 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1618 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
