1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1941 Peugeot Type 202
To start off, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Peugeot Type 202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Peugeot Type 202 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 (172 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1941 Peugeot Type 202. (30 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1941 Peugeot Type 202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 995 kg more than 1941 Peugeot Type 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.
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1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1941 Peugeot Type 202 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
Model | 300 | Type 202 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1941 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1133 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2460 mm |