2000 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1962 Peugeot 404
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 2,683 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1962 Peugeot 404. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1962 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 475 kg more than 1962 Peugeot 404. 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (370 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Peugeot 404. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | 1962 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
| Model | C | 404 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2683 cc | 1618 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |
