1999 Audi TT vs. 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1999 Audi TT is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,401 cc (8 cylinders), 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi TT (178 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500. (177 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 935 kg more than 1999 Audi TT.
Because 1999 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi TT will offer significantly more control. 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, 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 (440 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi TT. (235 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi TT | 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | TT | 500 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1943 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 5401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 111 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 5.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 120 L |
