1969 Fiat Dino vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280
To start off, 1969 Fiat Dino is newer by 1 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 2,744 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat Dino (180 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1969 Fiat Dino.
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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat Dino. (216 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat Dino | 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Dino | 280 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2419 cc | 2744 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |
