1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 vs. 2008 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 Tata Safari is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2008 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 310 kg more than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280.
Because 2008 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Tata Safari will offer significantly more control. 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Safari. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 | 2008 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Tata |
| Model | 280 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2744 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2660 mm |
