1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 1996 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 55 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 65 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Golf. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 1996 Volkswagen Golf, 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) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Golf. (165 Nm). This means 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 1996 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | 500 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1941 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5399 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111 mm | 92.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 5.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2480 mm |
