1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 1985 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1985 Pontiac 6000 is newer by 44 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, 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 (180 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac 6000. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1985 Pontiac 6000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Pontiac 6000, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Pontiac 6000. (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Pontiac 6000.
Compare all specifications:
1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 1985 Pontiac 6000 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
Model | 500 | 6000 |
Year Released | 1941 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5399 cc | 2474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2670 mm |