1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2012 Peugeot iOn
To start off, 2012 Peugeot iOn is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. In terms of performance, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot iOn. (63 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot iOn. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1630 kg more than 2012 Peugeot iOn. 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, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot iOn. (180 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot iOn.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2012 Peugeot iOn | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
| Model | 600 | iOn |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2710 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 3395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1475 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2550 mm |
