1958 Peugeot 203 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (613 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 569 more horse power than 1958 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1958 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1295 kg more than 1958 Peugeot 203. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (1,001 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 921 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Peugeot 203 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Peugeot | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 203 | S |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 613 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 1001 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1488 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3165 mm |
