1970 Mercedes-Benz 280 vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 35 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (456 HP) has 276 more horse power than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 280. (180 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (620 Nm) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 280. (258 Nm). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 280.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mercedes-Benz 280 | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | 280 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2778 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 456 HP |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2360 mm |
