1963 Maserati 5000 GT vs. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1963 Maserati 5000 GT is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,399 cc (8 cylinders), 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Maserati 5000 GT (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. (180 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Maserati 5000 GT should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 900 kg more than 1963 Maserati 5000 GT.
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:
| 1963 Maserati 5000 GT | 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 5000 GT | 500 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1941 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4939 cc | 5399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3300 mm |
