1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 1985 Opel Monza
To start off, 1985 Opel Monza is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,401 cc (8 cylinders), 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 (177 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1985 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 1074 kg more than 1985 Opel Monza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 (432 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Monza. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 1985 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | 500 | Monza |
| Year Released | 1942 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5401 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 432 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2670 mm |
