1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 vs. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280
To start off, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 is newer by 2 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, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280 (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. (72 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 weights approximately 101 kg more than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280.
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 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. (137 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 | 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 240 | 280 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2398 cc | 2746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1464 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3430 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 79 L |