1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 1948 Peugeot 202
To start off, 1948 Peugeot 202 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,401 cc (8 cylinders), 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 (177 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1948 Peugeot 202. (30 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1948 Peugeot 202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 1615 kg more than 1948 Peugeot 202. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 1948 Peugeot 202 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
| Model | 500 | 202 |
| Year Released | 1942 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5401 cc | 1133 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2460 mm |
