1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2000 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2000 Mitsubishi Verada is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,401 cc (8 cylinders), 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mitsubishi Verada (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. (180 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 896 kg more than 2000 Mitsubishi Verada.
Because 1944 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 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Verada, 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, 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 (440 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mitsubishi Verada. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mitsubishi Verada.
Compare all specifications:
1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2000 Mitsubishi Verada | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
Model | 500 | Verada |
Year Released | 1944 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5401 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2406 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2730 mm |