1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 vs. 1966 Mitsubishi 500
To start off, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mitsubishi 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mitsubishi 500 would be higher. At 4,520 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1966 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 should accelerate faster than 1966 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 weights approximately 1212 kg more than 1966 Mitsubishi 500. 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, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 (378 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mitsubishi 500. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 | 1966 Mitsubishi 500 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
Model | 450 | 500 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4520 cc | 594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 378 Nm | 34 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1742 kg | 530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 3170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2070 mm |