2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1978 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1978 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1978 Peugeot 504.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Peugeot 504. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Peugeot 504. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK has automatic transmission and 1978 Peugeot 504 has manual transmission. 1978 Peugeot 504 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1978 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
| Model | CLK | 504 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2910 mm |
