1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2006 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2006 Toyota Hilux 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, 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 (180 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 1196 kg more than 2006 Toyota Hilux. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Hilux 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, 2006 Toyota Hilux 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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2006 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 500 | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1944 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5401 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 5.2:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2406 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 80 L |
