1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1969 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1969 Peugeot 404 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 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 117 more horse power than 1969 Peugeot 404. (55 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1969 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 670 kg more than 1969 Peugeot 404. 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 | 1969 Peugeot 404 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
Model | 300 | 404 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1467 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 55 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 50 L |