1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 1982 Volkswagen Santana
To start off, 1982 Volkswagen Santana is newer by 38 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 90 more horse power than 1982 Volkswagen Santana. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1982 Volkswagen Santana.
Because 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Volkswagen Santana, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 (440 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volkswagen Santana. (145 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volkswagen Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 1982 Volkswagen Santana | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | 500 | Santana |
| Year Released | 1944 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5401 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 5.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 60 L |
