1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 vs. 1977 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1977 Peugeot 504 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 would be higher. At 4,519 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1977 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 should accelerate faster than 1977 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1977 Peugeot 504. 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, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 (359 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Peugeot 504. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Peugeot 504. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 has automatic transmission and 1977 Peugeot 504 has manual transmission. 1977 Peugeot 504 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 | 1977 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
| Model | 450 | 504 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4519 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2910 mm |
