2000 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 (130 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (100 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 99 kg more than 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250.
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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (236 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250. (199 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | C | 250 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1361 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 65 L |
