1997 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1968 Peugeot 504D
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Peugeot 504D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 504D would be higher. At 2,112 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Peugeot 504D is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercedes-Benz SLK (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 504D. (58 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 504D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Peugeot 504D weights approximately 80 kg more than 1997 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
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 SLK (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Peugeot 504D. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Peugeot 504D.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 1968 Peugeot 504D | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
| Model | SLK | 504D |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 22.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2910 mm |
