1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 vs. 2007 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2007 Toyota Hilux 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, 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 (128 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 135 kg more than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250.
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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (200 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 | 2007 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | 250 | Hilux |
Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2776 cc | 2492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 93.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 18.5:1 |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
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 | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 80 L |