1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 60 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, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (201 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. (180 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 114 kg more than 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. (430 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 500 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1944 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5401 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 5.2:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2406 kg | 2520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 60 L |
