1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2012 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Equator is newer by 69 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 27 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Equator. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 1425 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Equator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Equator. (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Equator.
Compare all specifications:
1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2012 Suzuki Equator | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Suzuki |
Model | 500 | Equator |
Year Released | 1943 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5401 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 5.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 80 L |