1990 Holden Commodore vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280
To start off, 1990 Holden Commodore is newer by 22 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 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Holden Commodore (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Holden Commodore 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 300 kg more than 1990 Holden Commodore.
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, 1990 Holden Commodore (292 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Holden Commodore | 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 | |
Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Commodore | 280 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 2744 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2870 mm |