1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 vs. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380
To start off, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 would be higher. At 3,818 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 (219 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250. (236 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 | 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 250 | 380 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3818 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 219 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 71.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 90 L |