1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 vs. 1968 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 2,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 (129 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 404. (55 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 404.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 | 1968 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
| Model | 250 | 404 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2778 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| 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 | 65 L | 50 L |
