1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 1954 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 (320 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz S. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 805 kg more than 1954 Mercedes-Benz S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 (470 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercedes-Benz S. (157 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 1954 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 500 | S |
Year Released | 1992 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4973 cc | 2193 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2830 mm |