1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 43 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, 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. (128 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 305 kg more than 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250. (236 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Orlando 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 | 2012 Chevrolet Orlando | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
Model | 250 | Orlando |
Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 16.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4652 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1836 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1633 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |