1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 1987 Zastava Yugo
To start off, 1987 Zastava Yugo 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 110 more horse power than 1987 Zastava Yugo. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1987 Zastava Yugo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 1456 kg more than 1987 Zastava Yugo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Zastava Yugo, 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 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Zastava Yugo. (108 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Zastava Yugo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 1987 Zastava Yugo | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Zastava |
| Model | 500 | Yugo |
| Year Released | 1944 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5401 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 5.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2406 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 48 L |
