1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2011 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2011 Toyota Venza 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, 2011 Toyota Venza (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500. (177 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 694 kg more than 2011 Toyota Venza.
Because 2011 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Venza will offer significantly more control. 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 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Venza. (246 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Venza. 2011 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 has manual transmission. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2011 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | 500 | Venza |
Year Released | 1942 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5401 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 432 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1706 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4801 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 67 L |