1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2013 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2013 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 69 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, 2013 Jeep Wrangler (281 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. (180 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Wrangler 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 466 kg more than 2013 Jeep Wrangler.
Because 2013 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2013 Jeep Wrangler 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jeep Wrangler. (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2013 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Jeep |
| Model | 500 | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1944 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5401 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2406 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4684 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1798 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 85 L |
