2009 BMW 650 vs. 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 650 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250. 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, 2009 BMW 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250. (216 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 650 | 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 650 | 250 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 82 L |