1970 Holden Monaro vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 2,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1970 Holden Monaro. (112 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 should accelerate faster than 1970 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1970 Holden Monaro. 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Holden Monaro. (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Holden Monaro | 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Monaro | 280 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2636 cc | 2799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |
