1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S is newer by 44 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, 2013 Scion FR-S (197 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250. (130 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion FR-S 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 88 kg more than 2013 Scion FR-S.
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, 2013 Scion FR-S (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250. (199 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Scion FR-S 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 | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Scion |
| Model | 250 | FR-S |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1361 kg | 1273 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4235 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2570 mm |
