1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2006 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2006 Nissan Titan is newer by 65 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. (180 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Titan 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 84 kg more than 2006 Nissan Titan.
Because 2006 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Titan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Nissan Titan (514 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. (440 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Titan 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 | 2006 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 500 | Titan |
| Year Released | 1941 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5399 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 514 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 106 L |
