1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 1967 Seat 1500
To start off, 1967 Seat 1500 is newer by 23 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 109 more horse power than 1967 Seat 1500. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1967 Seat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 1246 kg more than 1967 Seat 1500. 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 | 1967 Seat 1500 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Seat |
| Model | 500 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1944 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5401 cc | 1479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2406 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2660 mm |
