1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2005 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Montana is newer by 61 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, 2005 Pontiac Montana (200 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. (180 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 421 kg more than 2005 Pontiac Montana.
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, 2005 Pontiac Montana, 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) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Montana. (285 Nm). This means 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2005 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
| Model | 500 | Montana |
| Year Released | 1944 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5401 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 5.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2406 kg | 1985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 95 L |
