1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2008 Peugeot 107
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 107 is newer by 65 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,401 cc (8 cylinders), 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 1570 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 107.
Because 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 107, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 (440 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 107. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 107.
Compare all specifications:
| 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2008 Peugeot 107 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
| Model | 500 | 107 |
| Year Released | 1943 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5401 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 5.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 41 L |
