1979 Mercedes-Benz 280 vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 32 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X5 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280. (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 BMW X5 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280. (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mercedes-Benz 280 | 2011 BMW X5 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | 280 | X5 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2745 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4857 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1776 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2934 mm |