1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT. (221 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT.
Because 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT. (280 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT has manual transmission. 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT | 2012 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 3000GT | S |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2970 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5096 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3165 mm |