1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 1955 Peugeot 403
To start off, 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Peugeot 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Peugeot 403 would be higher. At 2,306 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 403. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 182 kg more than 1955 Peugeot 403. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 403. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | 1955 Peugeot 403 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
| Model | W 111 | 403 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2306 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1168 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
