1994 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250
To start off, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 92 kg more than 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250. (216 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen Rally Raid | 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Rally Raid | 250 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1966 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2410 mm |
