1976 Mercedes-Benz 280 vs. 1990 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 1990 Venturi Cabriolet is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280 would be higher. At 2,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Venturi Cabriolet (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280. (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1990 Venturi Cabriolet.
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, 1990 Venturi Cabriolet (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280. (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280 | 1990 Venturi Cabriolet | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Venturi |
| Model | 280 | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2746 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
