1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 vs. 2010 BMW M6
To start off, 2010 BMW M6 is newer by 37 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 5,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW M6 weights approximately 487 kg more than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280. 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, 2010 BMW M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280. (238 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW M6 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 | 2010 BMW M6 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | 280 | M6 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2745 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 238 Nm | 519 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1508 kg | 1995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4872 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1377 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2781 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 70 L |