1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2011 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2011 Toyota Camry is newer by 70 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 1 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Camry. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 910 kg more than 2011 Toyota Camry. 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, 2011 Toyota Camry, 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 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Camry. (232 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2011 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | 500 | Camry |
Year Released | 1941 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5399 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4100 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 | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 70 L |