2006 Acura RSX vs. 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2006 Acura RSX is newer by 62 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, 2006 Acura RSX (201 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. (180 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Because 1944 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 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Acura RSX, 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, 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 (440 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura RSX. (190 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura RSX | 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Acura | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | RSX | 500 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1944 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 5401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 120 L |
