1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 vs. 1984 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1984 Holden Commodore is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 would be higher. At 5,040 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 (170 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1984 Holden Commodore. (169 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Holden Commodore weights approximately 85 kg more than 1973 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, 1984 Holden Commodore (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280. (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280. 1984 Holden Commodore has automatic transmission and 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 has manual transmission. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Holden Commodore will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 | 1984 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Holden |
| Model | 280 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2778 cc | 5040 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
