1977 Ferrari Dino vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280
To start off, 1977 Ferrari Dino is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 would be higher. At 2,925 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ferrari Dino (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 weights approximately 281 kg more than 1977 Ferrari Dino.
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, 1977 Ferrari Dino (264 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280. (225 Nm). This means 1977 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ferrari Dino | 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Dino | 280 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2925 cc | 2744 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.9 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 95 L |
