2007 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 37 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 3,565 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (235 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250. (129 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1970 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, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250. (217 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Lumina | 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Lumina | 250 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3565 cc | 2778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 86.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 219 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |