1950 Peugeot 203 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (302 HP) has 258 more horse power than 1950 Peugeot 203. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1950 Peugeot 203.
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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Peugeot 203. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 1950 Peugeot 203 has manual transmission. 1950 Peugeot 203 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Peugeot 203 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Peugeot | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 203 | S |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 302 HP |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5096 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3165 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |
