2007 Honda Civic vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250 would be higher. At 2,523 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250 (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250 (195 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic. 2007 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250 has manual transmission. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Civic | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250 | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Civic | 250 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2523 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 65 L |