1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 vs. 1967 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1967 Opel Commodore. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1967 Opel Commodore. 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, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 (238 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Commodore. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 | 1967 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | 280 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2746 cc | 2237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 60 L |
