1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 41 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 71 more horse power than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300. (109 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 996 kg more than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 (440 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300. (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 500 | 300 |
Year Released | 1944 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5401 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 5.2:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2406 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 70 L |