1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 vs. 2010 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 would be higher. At 2,525 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mini Cooper (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2010 Mini Cooper.
Because 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 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 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mini Cooper, 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, 2010 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 | 2010 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mini |
Model | 250 | Cooper |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2525 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3713 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1407 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |