1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 vs. 1975 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Reliant Scimitar (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. (72 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 weights approximately 92 kg more than 1975 Reliant Scimitar.
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, 1975 Reliant Scimitar (260 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. (137 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1975 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 | 1975 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Reliant |
| Model | 240 | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 27 L |
