1979 Mercedes-Benz CW vs. 2007 Peugeot Boxer
To start off, 2007 Peugeot Boxer is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW would be higher. At 6,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW (395 HP @ 5160 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot Boxer. (124 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot Boxer.
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, 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW (600 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot Boxer. (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot Boxer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW | 2007 Peugeot Boxer | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
| Model | CW | Boxer |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6328 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5160 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
