1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 vs. 2009 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2009 Kia Carnival is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 would be higher. At 3,499 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2009 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Carnival weights approximately 625 kg more than 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350.
Because 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 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 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Carnival, 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, 2009 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350. (286 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 | 2009 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Kia |
| Model | 350 | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3499 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2910 mm |
