1974 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1974 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 33 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, 1974 Mercedes-Benz S (223 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. (180 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mercedes-Benz S 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 670 kg more than 1974 Mercedes-Benz S.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 (440 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mercedes-Benz S. (378 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mercedes-Benz S | 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | S | 500 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1941 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4520 cc | 5399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 378 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 111 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3300 mm |