1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 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 220 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 227 kg more than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Because 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Polo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | 500 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4973 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 45 L |
