1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1961 Mitsubishi A10
To start off, 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Mitsubishi A10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Mitsubishi A10 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1961 Mitsubishi A10. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1961 Mitsubishi A10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 2295 kg more than 1961 Mitsubishi A10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 466 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Mitsubishi A10. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Mitsubishi A10.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1961 Mitsubishi A10 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
Model | 600 | A10 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1961 |
Engine Size | 6330 cc | 493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 34 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 3150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2070 mm |