2009 Mazda 5 vs. 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2009 Mazda 5 is newer by 66 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, 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 (177 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 5. (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 5.
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, 2009 Mazda 5, 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 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 5. (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 5 | 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 5 | 500 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1943 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 5401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 111 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 5.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 120 L |
