2005 Honda Jazz vs. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2005 Honda Jazz is newer by 64 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, 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 (180 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2005 Honda Jazz. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 1352 kg more than 2005 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Honda Jazz, 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 316 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Jazz. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Jazz | 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Jazz | 500 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1941 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 5399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 111 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 120 L |
