1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2009 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2009 Nissan Versa is newer by 68 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 73 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Versa. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 958 kg more than 2009 Nissan Versa. 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, 2009 Nissan Versa, 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 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Versa. (151 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2009 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 500 | Versa |
| Year Released | 1941 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5399 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 50 L |
