1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 vs. 2010 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 537 kg more than 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250.
Because 2010 SsangYong Kyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2010 SsangYong Kyron (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250. (216 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250.
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1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 | 2010 SsangYong Kyron | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
Model | 250 | Kyron |
Year Released | 1966 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 85.6 mm |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1897 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 75 L |