Comparison of Messerschmitt Bf 109 and Mitsubishi A6M Zero [S]ave
| Attribute |  Messerschmitt Bf 109 × |  Mitsubishi A6M Zero × |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Messerschmitt | Mitsubishi Heavy Industries |
| Model | Messerschmitt Bf 109 | Mitsubishi A6M Zero |
| Country | Germany | Japan |
| Manufactured from (year) | 1936 | 1939 |
| Manufactured to (year) | 1945 | 1945 |
| Type | Military Propellor Planes | Military Propellor Planes |
| Icao | BF109 | A6M |
| Performance | ||
| Engine | 1x Daimler-Benz DB 605A-1 | 1x Mitsubishi NK1F Sakae 21 |
| Power, hp (hp) | 1,455 | 1,130 |
| Max cruise speed (km/h) | 648 | 533 |
| Approach speed (km/h) | 163 | 111 |
| Travel range (km) | 1,145 | 1,871 |
| Service ceiling (m) | 11,887 | 10,058 |
| Rate of climb (m/sec) | 16.76 | 15.7 |
| Take off distance (m) | 320 | - |
| Landing distance (m) | 503 | - |
| Weights | ||
| Max take off weight (kg) | 3,400 | 2,796 |
| Max payload (kg) | 500 | 270 |
| Fuel tank capacity (l) | 322 | 848 |
| Dimensions | ||
| Seats | 1 | 1 |
| Exterior length (m) | 8.95 | 9.06 |
| Tail height (m) | 3.4 | 3.05 |
| Fuselage diameter (m) | 0.9 | 1.1 |
| Wing span (m) | 9.92 | 12 |
| Wing tips | No Winglets | No Winglets |
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