1978 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280
To start off, 1978 Bitter Diplomat is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Bitter Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Bitter Diplomat (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 172 kg more than 1973 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, 1978 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280. (238 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Bitter Diplomat | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 | |
Make | Bitter | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Diplomat | 280 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2745 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 238 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1508 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2760 mm |