2009 BMW 330 vs. 1985 Peugeot 604
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Peugeot 604. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Peugeot 604 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (268 HP @ 6650 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1985 Peugeot 604. (153 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1985 Peugeot 604. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1985 Peugeot 604. 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 330 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Peugeot 604. (242 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Peugeot 604.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 1985 Peugeot 604 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 330 | 604 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6650 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 91.1 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 | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
