2009 Jeep Wrangler vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2009 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 24 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 43 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Wrangler. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 435 kg more than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Wrangler. (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Wrangler | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Wrangler | 500 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 4973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2460 mm |
