1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 406 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 406. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 197 kg more than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Because 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 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 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406, 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, 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 (275 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 406. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
| Model | 300 | 406 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2087 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1293 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
