1990 Ginetta G33 vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250
To start off, 1990 Ginetta G33 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ginetta G33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ginetta G33 (198 HP @ 5280 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250. (94 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ginetta G33 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 weights approximately 496 kg more than 1990 Ginetta G33.
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, 1990 Ginetta G33 (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250. (158 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1990 Ginetta G33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ginetta G33 | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 | |
| Make | Ginetta | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | G33 | 250 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3947 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5280 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 874 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2810 mm |
