2006 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1975 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Peugeot 504 would be higher. Both 2006 Mercedes-Benz C and 1975 Peugeot 504 are equipped with a 1,796 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (141 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1975 Peugeot 504. (72 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1975 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 511 kg more than 1975 Peugeot 504. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (220 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Peugeot 504. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | 1975 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
| Model | C | 504 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1274 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
