2004 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 25 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 5,439 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (494 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 388 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 729 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (800 Nm) has 639 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
| Model | CL | 505 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2029 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2910 mm |
