1975 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1955 Peugeot 403
To start off, 1975 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Peugeot 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Peugeot 403 would be higher. At 2,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mercedes-Benz S (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 403. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 442 kg more than 1955 Peugeot 403. 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, 1975 Mercedes-Benz S (227 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 403. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mercedes-Benz S | 1955 Peugeot 403 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
| Model | S | 403 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2746 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 227 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1168 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 50 L |
