1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 61 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E (349 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. (180 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E 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 590 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E.
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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E (530 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. (440 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Compare all specifications:
1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2002 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 500 | E |
Year Released | 1941 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5399 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 349 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111 mm | 92 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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 79 L |