1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1979 Peugeot 505. 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 (310 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
| Model | 320 | 505 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3197 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 56 L |
