1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 19 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 59 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco. (261 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 782 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco, 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco. (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | 500 | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4973 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1404 mm |
