1993 BMW 316 vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280
To start off, 1993 BMW 316 is newer by 25 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, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1993 BMW 316. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 should accelerate faster than 1993 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 316 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1968 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, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 BMW 316. (141 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
1993 BMW 316 | 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 316 | 280 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 2744 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 95 L |