1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 vs. 2006 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2006 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 would be higher. At 2,399 cc, 2006 Pontiac Solstice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac Solstice (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. (72 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Solstice 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 218 kg more than 2006 Pontiac Solstice.
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, 2006 Pontiac Solstice (225 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. (137 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac Solstice 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 | 2006 Pontiac Solstice | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
| Model | 240 | Solstice |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2398 cc | 2399 cc |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 97.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3430 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 49 L |
