1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 vs. 2007 Tata Safari
To start off, 2007 Tata Safari is newer by 37 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, 2007 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250. (128 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Safari weights approximately 525 kg more than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Tata Safari will offer significantly more control. 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 | 2007 Tata Safari | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Tata |
Model | 250 | Safari |
Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2776 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |