1962 Mitsubishi 500 vs. 1986 Porsche 928
To start off, 1986 Porsche 928 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Mitsubishi 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Mitsubishi 500 would be higher. At 2,957 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Porsche 928 (288 HP) has 265 more horse power than 1962 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1962 Mitsubishi 500.
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, 1986 Porsche 928 (410 Nm) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mitsubishi 500. (35 Nm). This means 1986 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Mitsubishi 500 | 1986 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
| Model | 500 | 928 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 2957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 288 HP |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2070 mm | 2500 mm |
