1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 vs. 2012 Acura ZDX
To start off, 2012 Acura ZDX is newer by 42 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Acura ZDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura ZDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250. (129 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura ZDX should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250.
Because 2012 Acura ZDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Acura ZDX 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, 2012 Acura ZDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250. (217 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Acura ZDX 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 | 2012 Acura ZDX | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Acura |
| Model | 250 | ZDX |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2778 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1595 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 79 L |
