2001 Acura RL vs. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2001 Acura RL is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,399 cc (8 cylinders), 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura RL (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. (180 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 725 kg more than 2001 Acura RL.
Because 1941 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 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Acura RL, 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, 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 (440 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura RL. (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura RL | 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Acura | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | RL | 500 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1941 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 5399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 111 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 5.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 120 L |
