1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1950 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 (231 HP) has 187 more horse power than 1950 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1950 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 976 kg more than 1950 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 (310 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1950 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
| Model | 300 | 203 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3150 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 50 L |
