1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250
To start off, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (79 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 (216 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Comodoro | 250 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2470 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |