2006 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1962 Mitsubishi A10
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Mitsubishi A10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Mitsubishi A10 would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1962 Mitsubishi A10. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1962 Mitsubishi A10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 960 kg more than 1962 Mitsubishi A10. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mitsubishi A10. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mitsubishi A10. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 1962 Mitsubishi A10 has manual transmission. 1962 Mitsubishi A10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1962 Mitsubishi A10 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
| Model | SL | A10 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2070 mm |
