1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 vs. 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 would be higher. At 3,499 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma. 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, 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 (286 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma. (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 | 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 350 | Sigma |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3499 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2520 mm |
