1985 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 1970 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,546 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac GTO (256 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190. (182 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 400 kg more than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1970 Pontiac GTO (461 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190. (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 1970 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
| Model | 190 | GTO |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 6546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 104.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |
