2009 BMW 545 vs. 1984 Peugeot 604
To start off, 2009 BMW 545 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Peugeot 604. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Peugeot 604 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1984 Peugeot 604. (153 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1984 Peugeot 604. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 545 weights approximately 555 kg more than 1984 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 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Peugeot 604. (242 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Peugeot 604.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 545 | 1984 Peugeot 604 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 545 | 604 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
