1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic 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 18 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2011 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Honda Civic, 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 (216 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Honda |
| Model | 250 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 47 L |
