1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2001 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2001 Toyota Solara is newer by 57 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 47 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Solara. (133 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Solara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 1026 kg more than 2001 Toyota Solara. 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, 2001 Toyota Solara, 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 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Solara. (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Solara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2001 Toyota Solara | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 500 | Solara |
| Year Released | 1944 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5401 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 5.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2406 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2680 mm |
