1990 Ford RS 200 vs. 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1990 Ford RS 200 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,401 cc (8 cylinders), 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford RS 200 (250 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. (180 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 1226 kg more than 1990 Ford RS 200.
Because 1990 Ford RS 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Ford RS 200 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, 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 (440 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford RS 200. (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford RS 200.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford RS 200 | 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | RS 200 | 500 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1944 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 5401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.7 mm | 111 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2406 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3300 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 120 L |