1993 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 49 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, 1993 Chevrolet S-10 (187 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. (180 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet S-10 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 836 kg more than 1993 Chevrolet S-10.
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, 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 (440 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet S-10. (319 Nm). This means 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet S-10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet S-10 | 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | S-10 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1944 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 5401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 180 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2406 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3300 mm |
