1969 Austin Mini Clubman vs. 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250
To start off, both 1969 Austin Mini Clubman and 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 were released in the same year (1969). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. (40 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 should accelerate faster than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 weights approximately 680 kg more than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Austin Mini Clubman, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 (236 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Austin Mini Clubman | 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mini Clubman | 250 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 118 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 65 L |
