1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 1954 Porsche 356
To start off, 1954 Porsche 356 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,401 cc (8 cylinders), 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 (180 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1954 Porsche 356. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1954 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 1626 kg more than 1954 Porsche 356. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 1954 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | 500 | 356 |
| Year Released | 1944 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5401 cc | 1131 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2406 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 79 L |
