1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 38 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 105 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250. (236 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 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 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 250 | C |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 234 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 62 L |
