1990 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1975 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1990 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 15 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 2,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz S (164 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1975 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1975 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 188 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, 1990 Mercedes-Benz S (228 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Peugeot 504. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercedes-Benz S | 1975 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
| Model | S | 504 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2599 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2910 mm |
