2009 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 67 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500. (177 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 1160 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500. (432 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 has manual transmission. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | SL | 500 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1942 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6208 cc | 5401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 518 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 630 Nm | 432 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.3 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 111 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3300 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 120 L |