1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 1986 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 1986 Mercury Lynx is newer by 45 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 1986 Mercury Lynx. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 1375 kg more than 1986 Mercury Lynx. 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, 1986 Mercury Lynx, 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 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercury Lynx. (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 1986 Mercury Lynx | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
| Model | 500 | Lynx |
| Year Released | 1941 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5399 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2400 mm |
