1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 1991 Saab 9000
To start off, 1991 Saab 9000 is newer by 50 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 32 more horse power than 1991 Saab 9000. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1991 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 966 kg more than 1991 Saab 9000. 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, 1991 Saab 9000, 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 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Saab 9000. (212 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 1991 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Saab |
| Model | 500 | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1941 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5399 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 5.2:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2670 mm |
