1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 vs. 1965 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 (94 HP) has 41 more horse power than 1965 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 should accelerate faster than 1965 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1965 Volkswagen 1600. 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, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 (158 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 | 1965 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | 250 | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 69 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2410 mm |
