1964 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1968 Peugeot 504D
To start off, 1968 Peugeot 504D is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 2,306 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Mercedes-Benz SL (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 504D. (58 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 504D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Peugeot 504D weights approximately 48 kg more than 1964 Mercedes-Benz SL.
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 SL (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Peugeot 504D. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1964 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Peugeot 504D.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1968 Peugeot 504D | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
Model | SL | 504D |
Year Released | 1964 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2306 cc | 2112 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2910 mm |