1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1962 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1962 Peugeot 404 is newer by 5 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 143 more horse power than 1962 Peugeot 404. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1962 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1962 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. Let's talk about torque, 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 (275 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Peugeot 404. (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1962 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
| Model | 300 | 404 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1618 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 50 L |
