1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 vs. 1962 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 2,776 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 (128 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1962 Peugeot 404. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 should accelerate faster than 1962 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1962 Peugeot 404. 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, 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 (216 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Peugeot 404. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 | 1962 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
| Model | 250 | 404 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 1618 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 50 L |
