2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250
To start off, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 38 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 2,776 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata (166 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250. (128 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 weights approximately 66 kg more than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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, 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 (216 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | MX-5 Miata | 250 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2776 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 78 L |