1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2002 Xedos 9
To start off, 2002 Xedos 9 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 79 more horse power than 2002 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2002 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2002 Xedos 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 (401 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2002 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Xedos |
| Model | 500 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4973 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2760 mm |
