1998 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1957 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL (389 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1125 kg more than 1957 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL (570 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 490 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Peugeot 203. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 1957 Peugeot 203 has manual transmission. 1957 Peugeot 203 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1957 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
| Model | SL | 203 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5987 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.2 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2050 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
