1998 Buick Signia vs. 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1998 Buick Signia is newer by 54 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, 1998 Buick Signia (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. (180 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Signia 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 666 kg more than 1998 Buick Signia.
Because 1944 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 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Buick Signia, 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, 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 (440 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick Signia. (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick Signia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Signia | 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Signia | 500 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1944 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 5401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2406 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3300 mm |
