2009 BMW 530 vs. 1975 Peugeot 604
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Peugeot 604. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Peugeot 604 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1975 Peugeot 604. (144 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1975 Peugeot 604. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Peugeot 604 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2009 BMW 530.
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 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Peugeot 604. (215 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Peugeot 604.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 530 | 1975 Peugeot 604 | |
Make | BMW | Peugeot |
Model | 530 | 604 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.7:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |