1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 1968 Opel Diplomat
To start off, 1968 Opel Diplomat is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,399 cc (8 cylinders), 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Opel Diplomat (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. (180 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Opel Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 710 kg more than 1968 Opel Diplomat.
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, 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 (440 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Diplomat. (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Diplomat.
Compare all specifications:
1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 1968 Opel Diplomat | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
Model | 500 | Diplomat |
Year Released | 1941 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5399 cc | 5354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 5.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 80 L |