1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris is newer by 64 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 1388 kg more than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
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, 2008 Toyota Yaris, 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 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 500 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1944 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5401 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 5.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2406 kg | 1018 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 42 L |
