1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2011 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 69 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 109 more horse power than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 1495 kg more than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. 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, 2011 Daihatsu Charade, 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 337 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2011 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Daihatsu |
Model | 500 | Charade |
Year Released | 1942 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5401 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 432 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 36 L |