2007 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1967 Peugeot 404
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (493 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 421 more horse power than 1967 Peugeot 404. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1967 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 891 kg more than 1967 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (800 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 667 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Peugeot 404. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1967 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
| Model | SL | 404 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 1618 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |
