1980 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1965 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (54 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1834 kg more than 1965 Peugeot 204. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Peugeot 204, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (89 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1965 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
| Model | 600 | 204 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6330 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2600 mm |
