1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,329 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun. (163 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1230 kg more than 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun will offer significantly more control. 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, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun. (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 600 | Shogun |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6329 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 98.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2790 mm |
