2004 Audi A4 vs. 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 61 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, 2004 Audi A4 (220 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500. (177 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 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 630 kg more than 2004 Audi A4.
Because 2004 Audi A4 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, 2004 Audi A4 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) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (310 Nm). This means 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A4 | 500 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1943 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 5401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 5.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 120 L |
