1974 Mazda 929 vs. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1974 Mazda 929 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,401 cc (8 cylinders), 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 (177 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 1330 kg more than 1974 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 (432 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda 929 | 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 929 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1942 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 5401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 432 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 111 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 120 L |
