1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 vs. 2013 Mini Coupe
To start off, 2013 Mini Coupe is newer by 35 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 (4 cylinders), 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Coupe (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. (72 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Coupe 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 145 kg more than 2013 Mini Coupe.
Because 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 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 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mini Coupe, 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, 2013 Mini Coupe (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. (137 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Coupe 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 | 2013 Mini Coupe | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mini |
Model | 240 | Coupe |
Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2399 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3758 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1385 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2467 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |