1991 Chevrolet SS vs. 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet SS is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet SS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet SS (245 HP) has 68 more horse power than 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500. (177 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet SS should accelerate faster than 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1991 Chevrolet SS (468 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500. (440 Nm). This means 1991 Chevrolet SS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet SS | 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | SS | 500 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1943 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 5401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 177 HP |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 111 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 5.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3300 mm |
