1981 BMW 745 vs. 1970 Mercedes-Benz 280
To start off, 1981 BMW 745 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercedes-Benz 280. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercedes-Benz 280 would be higher. At 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW 745 (252 HP) has 72 more horse power than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 280. (180 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1970 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, 1981 BMW 745 (380 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 280. (258 Nm). This means 1981 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 280.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 745 | 1970 Mercedes-Benz 280 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 745 | 280 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 2778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 180 HP |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2410 mm |
