1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 1959 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 (245 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1959 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1959 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1959 Suzuki Light. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 (399 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 1959 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Suzuki |
| Model | 500 | Light |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 4973 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2010 mm |
