1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2011 Honda Jazz

To start off, 2011 Honda Jazz is newer by 67 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 62 more horse power than 2011 Honda Jazz. (118 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Jazz.

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, 2011 Honda Jazz, 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 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Jazz. (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Jazz.

Compare all specifications:

1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 2011 Honda Jazz
Make Mercedes-Benz Honda
Model 500 Jazz
Year Released 1944 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5401 cc 1497 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 180 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 3500 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 440 Nm 145 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 5160 mm 3910 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1530 mm
Vehicle Height 1590 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 3300 mm 2510 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 120 L 42 L


 

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