1991 BMW Z1 vs. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280
To start off, 1991 BMW Z1 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280 would be higher. At 2,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 BMW Z1 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280. (174 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1991 BMW Z1.
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, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280 (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 BMW Z1. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 BMW Z1.
Compare all specifications:
1991 BMW Z1 | 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280 | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Z1 | 280 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2830 mm |