2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,971 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 (326 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 8 kg more than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ducato.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ducato | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ducato | 500 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 4971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 2012 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
