1971 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250
To start off, 1971 Chrysler Valiant is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 would be higher. At 3,521 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 60 kg more than 1966 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, 1971 Chrysler Valiant (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250. (216 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Valiant | 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Valiant | 250 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3521 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
