1963 Innocenti 950 vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280

To start off, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Innocenti 950. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Innocenti 950 would be higher. At 2,744 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1963 Innocenti 950. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 should accelerate faster than 1963 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 weights approximately 880 kg more than 1963 Innocenti 950. 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 280 (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Innocenti 950. (73 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Innocenti 950.

Compare all specifications:

1963 Innocenti 950 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280
Make Innocenti Mercedes-Benz
Model 950 280
Year Released 1963 1968
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 948 cc 2744 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 34 HP 160 HP
Engine RPM 4750 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 73 Nm 225 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 730 kg 1610 kg
Vehicle Length 3670 mm 4970 mm
Vehicle Width 1520 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2130 mm 2870 mm


 

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