1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 vs. 1960 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 2,404 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 (63 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1960 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 should accelerate faster than 1960 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 weights approximately 412 kg more than 1960 Peugeot 203. 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, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 (137 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Peugeot 203. (77 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 | 1960 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
| Model | 240 | 203 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2404 cc | 1286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
