2007 Acura RDX vs. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2007 Acura RDX is newer by 66 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, 2007 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. (180 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Because 2007 Acura RDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura RDX 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, 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 (440 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura RDX. (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura RDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura RDX | 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Acura | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | RDX | 500 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1941 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 5399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 111 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 5.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3300 mm |
