1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 67 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (310 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. (180 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 (440 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
| 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | 500 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1941 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5399 cc | 4171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 5.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 100 L |
