1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 67 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, 2010 Chevrolet Equinox (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500. (177 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Equinox 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 694 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Equinox.
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, 2010 Chevrolet Equinox, 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 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Equinox. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
| 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2010 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
| Model | 500 | Equinox |
| Year Released | 1943 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5401 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1706 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2858 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 71 L |
