1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 1987 Acura Integra
To start off, 1987 Acura Integra is newer by 43 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 55 more horse power than 1987 Acura Integra. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1987 Acura Integra.
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, 1987 Acura Integra, 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 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Acura Integra. (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 1987 Acura Integra | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Acura |
| Model | 500 | Integra |
| Year Released | 1944 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5401 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 5.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4355 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1665 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2520 mm |
