1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 1963 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 (323 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1963 Peugeot 404. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1963 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 825 kg more than 1963 Peugeot 404. 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, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 (450 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Peugeot 404. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 1963 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
| Model | 500 | 404 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4973 cc | 1618 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
