1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200
To start off, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 would be higher. At 2,776 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 (128 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200. (93 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200. 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, 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 (216 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 250 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 15.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 65 L |
