1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500. (177 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 357 kg more than 2005 Toyota 4Runner.
Because 2005 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner 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) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. (434 Nm). This means 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 500 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1943 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5401 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 5.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 87 L |
