1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S is newer by 34 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, 2013 Scion FR-S (199 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion FR-S 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 130 kg more than 2013 Scion FR-S.
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, 2013 Scion FR-S (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Scion FR-S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250. 2013 Scion FR-S has automatic transmission and 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 has manual transmission. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Scion FR-S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Scion |
| Model | 250 | FR-S |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2525 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 199 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
