1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1958 Peugeot 403
To start off, 1958 Peugeot 403 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1958 Peugeot 403. (56 HP @ 4650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1958 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 347 kg more than 1958 Peugeot 403. 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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1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1958 Peugeot 403 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
Model | 300 | 403 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4650 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1038 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |