1986 Peugeot 505 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M (298 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M weights approximately 830 kg more than 1986 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M (370 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Peugeot 505 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz M | |
| Make | Peugeot | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 505 | M |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4804 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2915 mm |
