1990 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1959 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL (228 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1959 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1959 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 570 kg more than 1959 Peugeot 203. 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 SL (267 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Peugeot 203. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1959 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
| Model | SL | 203 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 267 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
