1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 1999 Acura EL
To start off, 1999 Acura EL is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,401 cc (8 cylinders), 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 (177 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1999 Acura EL. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1999 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 1321 kg more than 1999 Acura EL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1943 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 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Acura EL, 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, 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 (440 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 1999 Acura EL | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Acura |
| Model | 500 | EL |
| Year Released | 1943 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5401 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2619 mm |
