2008 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1986 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 505. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 505. (240 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | 1986 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
| Model | C | 505 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
