1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2007 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 206 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 (245 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 206. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 658 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 (399 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 206. (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2007 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
| Model | 500 | 206 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4973 cc | 1410 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 73.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1608 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2450 mm |
