1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 62 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 22 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (155 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 10 kg more than 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Because 2005 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol 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, 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 (440 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 500 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1943 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5401 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 5.2:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 95 L |
