1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 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 173 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi Colt. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1505 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 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 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Colt, 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, 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Colt. (109 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Colt. 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 has automatic transmission and 1998 Mitsubishi Colt has manual transmission. 1998 Mitsubishi Colt will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1998 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
Model | 600 | Colt |
Year Released | 1965 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6330 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2430 mm |