1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Express (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250. (129 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster 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, 2012 Chevrolet Express (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 494 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250. (217 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Express 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 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
Model | 250 | Express |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2778 cc | 6600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 711 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 117 L |