1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla is newer by 62 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, 2006 Toyota Corolla (221 HP) has 41 more horse power than 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. (180 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla 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 1121 kg more than 2006 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2006 Toyota Corolla, 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 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 500 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1944 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5401 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 221 HP |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 5.2:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2406 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 55 L |
