1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2013 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2013 Honda Pilot is newer by 72 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, 2013 Honda Pilot (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. (180 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Pilot 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 444 kg more than 2013 Honda Pilot.
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, 2013 Honda Pilot, 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 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Pilot. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
| 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2013 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Honda |
| Model | 500 | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1941 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5399 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 5.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4861 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 80 L |
