1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 vs. 1970 Opel GT
To start off, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel GT would be higher. 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 @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1970 Opel GT. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel GT.
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 250 (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel GT. (85 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 | 1970 Opel GT | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
Model | 250 | GT |
Year Released | 1979 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2525 cc | 1100 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.5 mm | 61 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 53 L |