2007 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1967 Mitsubishi 500
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mitsubishi 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mitsubishi 500 would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (141 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1967 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1967 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1967 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (220 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mitsubishi 500. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz C | 1967 Mitsubishi 500 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
Model | C | 500 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 34 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2070 mm |