1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2013 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2013 Nissan GT-R is newer by 70 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, 2013 Nissan GT-R (538 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500. (177 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan GT-R 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 663 kg more than 2013 Nissan GT-R.
Because 2013 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan GT-R 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, 2013 Nissan GT-R (628 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500. (440 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Compare all specifications:
1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2013 Nissan GT-R | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | 500 | GT-R |
Year Released | 1943 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5401 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 538 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 628 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 5.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1737 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 74 L |