1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 vs. 1990 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1990 Holden Commodore is newer by 21 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 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Holden Commodore (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1990 Holden Commodore.
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, 1990 Holden Commodore (292 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250. (236 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Holden Commodore 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 | 1990 Holden Commodore | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Holden |
Model | 250 | Commodore |
Year Released | 1969 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2740 mm |