1968 Bizzarrini GT vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200
To start off, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Bizzarrini GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Bizzarrini GT would be higher. At 1,987 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Bizzarrini GT (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200. (93 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Bizzarrini GT should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1968 Bizzarrini GT.
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, 1968 Bizzarrini GT (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Bizzarrini GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Bizzarrini GT | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 | |
Make | Bizzarrini | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | GT | 200 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1897 cc | 1987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2760 mm |