1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 vs. 1975 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 is newer by 11 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 5,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1975 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 should accelerate faster than 1975 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 weights approximately 416 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 (464 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Peugeot 504. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Peugeot 504. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 has automatic transmission and 1975 Peugeot 504 has manual transmission. 1975 Peugeot 504 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 | 1975 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
| Model | 560 | 504 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5547 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2910 mm |
