2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 27 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 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (130 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 305 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.
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 CLK (240 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 505. (185 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
| Model | CLK | 505 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2750 mm |
