1970 Mercedes-Benz 280 vs. 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit
To start off, 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercedes-Benz 280. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercedes-Benz 280 would be higher. At 6,749 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (208 HP) has 28 more horse power than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 280. (180 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 280.
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, 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (402 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 280. (258 Nm). This means 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 280. 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit has automatic transmission and 1970 Mercedes-Benz 280 has manual transmission. 1970 Mercedes-Benz 280 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mercedes-Benz 280 | 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | 280 | Silver Spirit |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2778 cc | 6749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.6 mm | 104.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3060 mm |
