1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 1952 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 (326 HP) has 282 more horse power than 1952 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1952 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 1092 kg more than 1952 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 500 (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Peugeot 203. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 1952 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
| Model | 500 | 203 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4973 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2012 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2590 mm |
