1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 (240 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. (237 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 375 kg more than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500.
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, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 (401 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 has automatic transmission and 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton has manual transmission. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
Model | 500 | Phaeton |
Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4973 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.3:1 |
Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |