1982 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1971 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1982 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 2,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mercedes-Benz S (154 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1971 Peugeot 504. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1971 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 400 kg more than 1971 Peugeot 504. 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, 1982 Mercedes-Benz S (223 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Peugeot 504. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mercedes-Benz S | 1971 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
| Model | S | 504 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2746 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2750 mm |
