1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat (247 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. (180 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Passat 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 691 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (330 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | 500 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1944 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5401 cc | 3168 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 5.2:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2406 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 68 L |
