1974 Mercedes-Benz 280 vs. 1999 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercedes-Benz 280. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercedes-Benz 280 would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (311 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1974 Mercedes-Benz 280. (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercedes-Benz 280. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 130 kg more than 1974 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, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (460 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mercedes-Benz 280. (238 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mercedes-Benz 280.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mercedes-Benz 280 | 1999 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Vauxhall |
Model | 280 | Omega |
Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2744 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 238 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2740 mm |