1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2008 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2008 Nissan Sentra is newer by 65 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 37 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 5 kg more than 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500.
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, 2008 Nissan Sentra, 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 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2008 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | 500 | Sentra |
Year Released | 1943 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5401 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 2405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 55 L |