1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 vs. 1968 Renault 8
To start off, both 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 and 1968 Renault 8 were released in the same year (1968). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 111 more horse power than 1968 Renault 8. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 weights approximately 830 kg more than 1968 Renault 8. 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) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 8. (77 Nm). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 | 1968 Renault 8 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
Model | 280 | 8 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2744 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 77 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 38 L |