1979 Mercedes-Benz 280 vs. 2010 BMW Z4
To start off, 2010 BMW Z4 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280 would be higher. At 2,745 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW Z4 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280. (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2010 BMW Z4.
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, 2010 BMW Z4 (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280. (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280 has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW Z4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mercedes-Benz 280 | 2010 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | 280 | Z4 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2745 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 84 mm |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2497 mm |