1979 Peugeot 505 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS (397 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1979 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS (601 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Peugeot 505 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Peugeot | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 505 | CLS |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
