1986 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1985 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 2,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz S (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1985 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1985 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 260 kg more than 1985 Peugeot 505. 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 S (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mercedes-Benz S | 1985 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
| Model | S | 505 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2746 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2910 mm |
