1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2009 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2009 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. (180 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Rexton 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 498 kg more than 2009 SsangYong Rexton.
Because 2009 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2009 SsangYong Rexton 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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Rexton. (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2009 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
| Model | 500 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1941 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5399 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 5.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1902 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 80 L |
