1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 vs. 1988 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1988 Toyota Camry is newer by 18 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 2,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 (129 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Camry.
Because 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (217 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Camry. (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 | 1988 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 250 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2778 cc | 1830 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
