1996 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 would be higher. At 2,776 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250. (128 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 weights approximately 138 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon.
Because 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz 250 (216 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Tiburon | 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Tiburon | 250 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 2776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 78 L |
