2007 Honda Accord vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 (245 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (244 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Accord.
Because 1985 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 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord, 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, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 (399 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (287 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Accord | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Accord | 500 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 4973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2460 mm |
