2008 Acura TL vs. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 (323 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2008 Acura TL. (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura TL.
Because 1989 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 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL, 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, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 (450 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TL. (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Acura | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | TL | 500 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 4973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 323 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2520 mm |
