1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 65 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer (262 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. (180 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 930 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer significantly more control. 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, 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 (440 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. (355 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 500 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1941 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 74 L |
