1976 Mercedes-Benz 280 vs. 1963 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 2,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280 (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1963 Peugeot 404. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280 should accelerate faster than 1963 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1963 Peugeot 404. 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, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280 (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Peugeot 404. (121 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280 | 1963 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
| Model | 280 | 404 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2746 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |
