1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 1977 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 (245 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1977 Peugeot 504. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1977 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1977 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 (399 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Peugeot 504. (133 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Peugeot 504. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 has automatic transmission and 1977 Peugeot 504 has manual transmission. 1977 Peugeot 504 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 1977 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
| Model | 500 | 504 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4973 cc | 2304 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 22.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
