2000 Audi S4 vs. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2000 Audi S4 is newer by 58 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, 2000 Audi S4 (250 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500. (177 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 740 kg more than 2000 Audi S4.
Because 1942 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 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi S4, 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, 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 (432 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi S4. (350 Nm). This means 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi S4 | 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | S4 | 500 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1942 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2701 cc | 5401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 432 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 111 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 120 L |
