1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 1980 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1980 Peugeot 505 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Peugeot 505 (106 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1980 Peugeot 505.
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, 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 (178 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 1980 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
| Model | 220 | 505 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2910 mm |
