1983 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 42 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 7,445 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. (180 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban 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 70 kg more than 1983 Chevrolet Suburban.
Because 1983 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. (440 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Chevrolet Suburban | 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Suburban | 500 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1941 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7445 cc | 5399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3300 mm |