2005 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1995 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volkswagen Fusca would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 441 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1130 kg more than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 595 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz S | 1995 Volkswagen Fusca | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | S | Fusca |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5441 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2410 mm |
