2008 Honda Accord vs. 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 65 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,401 cc (8 cylinders), 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500. (177 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 1046 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord.
Because 1943 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 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 (440 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Accord | 500 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1943 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 5401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3300 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 120 L |