1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 vs. 1992 Porsche 911
To start off, 1992 Porsche 911 is newer by 19 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 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1992 Porsche 911.
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, 1992 Porsche 911 (520 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 | 1992 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | 280 | 911 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2778 cc | 3594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 78 L |