1999 Ford Telstar vs. 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1999 Ford Telstar is newer by 55 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, 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 (180 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1999 Ford Telstar. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 1131 kg more than 1999 Ford Telstar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Ford Telstar, 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 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Telstar. (217 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Telstar | 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Telstar | 500 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1944 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 2406 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1590 mm |