2009 BMW 330 vs. 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 40 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 2,993 cc, 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250. (236 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 330 | 250 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2497 cc |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 65 L |
