1997 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1954 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 4,971 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL (315 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1954 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1954 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 789 kg more than 1954 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, 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL (468 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1954 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
Model | SL | 203 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1954 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4971 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 468 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |