1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2002 Xedos 9
To start off, 2002 Xedos 9 is newer by 59 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 16 more horse power than 2002 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2002 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 815 kg more than 2002 Xedos 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 (440 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2002 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Xedos |
| Model | 500 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1943 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5401 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2760 mm |
