1954 Cadillac 62 vs. 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1954 Cadillac 62 is newer by 10 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 5,423 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Cadillac 62 (267 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. (180 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Cadillac 62 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 406 kg more than 1954 Cadillac 62.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Cadillac 62 | 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 62 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1944 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 5401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 2406 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3290 mm | 3300 mm |
