1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2012 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 68 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, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. (180 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayenne 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 236 kg more than 2012 Porsche Cayenne.
Because 2012 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2012 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. (440 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Compare all specifications:
1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2012 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | 500 | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1944 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5401 cc | 4806 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2406 kg | 2170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1939 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1705 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2896 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 100 L |