2009 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1955 Peugeot 403
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Peugeot 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Peugeot 403 would be higher. At 2,148 cc, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (169 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 403. (57 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Peugeot 403 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 403. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | 1955 Peugeot 403 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
| Model | C | 403 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 1468 cc |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 73 mm |
| Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 122 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
