1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280
To start off, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 would be higher. At 2,744 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 (192 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190.
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, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 (235 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 190 | 280 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2463 cc | 2744 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.9 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |
