1970 Ford Corsair vs. 1970 Mercedes-Benz 280
To start off, both 1970 Ford Corsair and 1970 Mercedes-Benz 280 were released in the same year (1970). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercedes-Benz 280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercedes-Benz 280 (180 HP) has 121 more horse power than 1970 Ford Corsair. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercedes-Benz 280 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Corsair.
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 Mercedes-Benz 280 (258 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm). This means 1970 Mercedes-Benz 280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Corsair | 1970 Mercedes-Benz 280 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Corsair | 280 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 180 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2410 mm |
