1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 vs. 2011 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2011 Ford C-Max is newer by 41 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 15 more horse power than 2011 Ford C-Max. (113 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford C-Max weights approximately 155 kg more than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250.
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, 2011 Ford C-Max, 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, 2011 Ford C-Max (300 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250. (216 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 | 2011 Ford C-Max | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
Model | 250 | C-Max |
Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2776 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1828 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2788 mm |