1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 vs. 1959 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 (130 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1959 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 should accelerate faster than 1959 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 weights approximately 815 kg more than 1959 Suzuki Light. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 (199 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 | 1959 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Suzuki |
| Model | 250 | Light |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1361 kg | 546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2010 mm |
