2005 Buick Rainier vs. 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250
To start off, 2005 Buick Rainier is newer by 35 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rainier (272 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250. (129 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250.
Because 2005 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rainier will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Buick Rainier (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250. (217 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rainier | 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Rainier | 250 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 65 L |
