1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2012 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2012 Honda Pilot is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500. (231 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Pilot weights approximately 365 kg more than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Honda Pilot, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 (405 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Pilot. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2012 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Honda |
Model | 500 | Pilot |
Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4973 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 231 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 405 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4862 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1847 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2774 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 79 L |