1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 1955 Nissan Sports
To start off, 1955 Nissan Sports is newer by 11 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 162 more horse power than 1955 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1955 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 1656 kg more than 1955 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 (440 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 1955 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 500 | Sports |
| Year Released | 1944 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 5401 cc | 859 cc |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2406 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2160 mm |
