1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2008 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 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, 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 (177 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi L 200. (135 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 390 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi L 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 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, 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 (440 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi L 200. (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi L 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 500 | L 200 |
| Year Released | 1943 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5401 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 5.2:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 75 L |
