1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 vs. 2002 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2002 Opel Speedster is newer by 32 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, 2002 Opel Speedster (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250. (128 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 weights approximately 450 kg more than 2002 Opel Speedster.
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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Speedster. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 | 2002 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | 250 | Speedster |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 60 L |
