2005 Buick Rainier vs. 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2005 Buick Rainier is newer by 61 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, 2005 Buick Rainier (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. (180 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 319 kg more than 2005 Buick Rainier.
Because 2005 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 (440 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Rainier. (374 Nm). This means 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rainier | 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Rainier | 500 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1944 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 111 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2087 kg | 2406 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 120 L |
