2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 62 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, 2005 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500. (177 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 25 kg more than 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 (440 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (400 Nm). This means 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Express | 500 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1943 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 5401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 111 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 5.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2425 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 120 L |
