1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 1944 Peugeot 202
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Peugeot 202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Peugeot 202 would be higher. At 4,971 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 (326 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1944 Peugeot 202. (30 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1944 Peugeot 202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 1227 kg more than 1944 Peugeot 202. 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.
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1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 1944 Peugeot 202 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
Model | 500 | 202 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1944 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4971 cc | 1133 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 326 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 68.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2012 kg | 785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3150 mm | 2460 mm |