1970 Chrysler Centura vs. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280
To start off, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chrysler Centura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chrysler Centura would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler Centura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280 (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler Centura. (164 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280 should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler Centura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280 weights approximately 249 kg more than 1970 Chrysler Centura. 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, 1970 Chrysler Centura (318 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280. (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler Centura | 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Centura | 280 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 2746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2800 mm |
