1976 Mercedes-Benz 280 vs. 1968 Porsche 911
To start off, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280 (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1968 Porsche 911. (110 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280 should accelerate faster than 1968 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1968 Porsche 911. 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, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280 (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Porsche 911. (158 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280 | 1968 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | 280 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2746 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 61 L |
