1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 vs. 1989 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1989 Peugeot 505 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 would be higher. At 2,404 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Peugeot 505 (106 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240. (63 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 weights approximately 92 kg more than 1989 Peugeot 505.
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, 1989 Peugeot 505 (162 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240. (137 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 | 1989 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
Model | 240 | 505 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2404 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2910 mm |