1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 1991 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1991 Seat Toledo is newer by 49 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 41 more horse power than 1991 Seat Toledo. (136 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1991 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 1343 kg more than 1991 Seat Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1942 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 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Seat Toledo, 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, 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 (432 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Seat Toledo. (160 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 1991 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Seat |
| Model | 500 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1942 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5401 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 432 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1057 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2480 mm |
