1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2006 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 607 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 (265 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 607. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 607. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 183 kg more than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Because 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 607, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Peugeot 607 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500. (404 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2006 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
| Model | 500 | 607 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4973 cc | 2718 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 404 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1798 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2810 mm |
