1979 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250
To start off, both 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230 and 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 were released in the same year (1979). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,525 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 (138 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230. (134 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230.
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, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230 (205 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mercedes-Benz 230 | 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 230 | 250 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2298 cc | 2525 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 138 HP |
Torque | 205 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 72.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |