1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2010 Opel Antara
To start off, 2010 Opel Antara is newer by 66 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 42 more horse power than 2010 Opel Antara. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 601 kg more than 2010 Opel Antara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Opel Antara 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, 2010 Opel Antara 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 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Antara. (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Antara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2010 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | 500 | Antara |
| Year Released | 1944 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5401 cc | 2404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 5.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
| 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 | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 65 L |
