1979 Mercedes-Benz CW vs. 1979 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, both 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW and 1979 Mitsubishi Galant were released in the same year (1979). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW weights approximately 245 kg more than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW | 1979 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
| Model | CW | Galant |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6328 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1390 mm |
