2005 Marcos TS vs. 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250
To start off, 2005 Marcos TS is newer by 36 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 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Marcos TS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Marcos TS (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250. (130 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Marcos TS should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 weights approximately 286 kg more than 2005 Marcos TS.
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, 2005 Marcos TS (224 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250. (199 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Marcos TS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Marcos TS | 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 | |
Make | Marcos | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | TS | 250 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2544 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1361 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2760 mm |