1994 Lancia Delta vs. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1994 Lancia Delta is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,401 cc (8 cylinders), 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 (177 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1994 Lancia Delta. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1994 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 1280 kg more than 1994 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 (432 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Delta. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lancia Delta | 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Delta | 500 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1942 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 5401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 432 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3300 mm |
