1970 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1974 Mercedes-Benz 280
To start off, 1974 Mercedes-Benz 280 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 2,744 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Mercedes-Benz 280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mercedes-Benz 280 (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1970 Mercedes-Benz E. (95 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mercedes-Benz 280 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercedes-Benz 280 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1970 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 1974 Mercedes-Benz 280 (238 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercedes-Benz E. (159 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 Mercedes-Benz 280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mercedes-Benz E | 1974 Mercedes-Benz 280 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | E | 280 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2744 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 238 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |
