1961 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1979 Peugeot 505 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220 (120 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1979 Peugeot 505. 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, 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220 (189 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
Model | 220 | 505 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 8.8:1 |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2750 mm |