1974 Mercedes-Benz 280 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express is newer by 38 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Express (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1974 Mercedes-Benz 280. (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercedes-Benz 280. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 840 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, 2012 Chevrolet Express (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 473 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mercedes-Benz 280. (238 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Express 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 | 2012 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
Model | 280 | Express |
Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2744 cc | 6600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Torque | 238 Nm | 711 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 117 L |