2004 Buick Rainier vs. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2004 Buick Rainier is newer by 63 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, 2004 Buick Rainier (276 HP) has 96 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. (180 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier 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 301 kg more than 2004 Buick Rainier.
Because 2004 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier 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, 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 (440 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Rainier. (387 Nm). This means 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rainier | 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Rainier | 500 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1941 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 180 HP |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 111 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 5.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2099 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 120 L |
