2009 BMW M6 vs. 1970 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 443 more horse power than 1970 Peugeot 504. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1970 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M6 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1970 Peugeot 504. 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 M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Peugeot 504. (126 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M6 | 1970 Peugeot 504 | |
Make | BMW | Peugeot |
Model | M6 | 504 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 2110 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2750 mm |