1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1975 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 (109 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1975 Peugeot 504. (72 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1975 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 136 kg more than 1975 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, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Peugeot 504. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1975 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
| Model | 300 | 504 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1274 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
