2007 Hyundai H100 vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, 2007 Hyundai H100 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 2,607 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai H100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230 (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai H100. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230 should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai H100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 28 kg more than 2007 Hyundai H100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230 (179 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai H100. (167 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai H100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai H100 | 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | H100 | 230 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2607 cc | 2308 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
