1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 vs. 1968 Plymouth VIP

To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Plymouth VIP. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Plymouth VIP would be higher. At 5,208 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Plymouth VIP is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Plymouth VIP (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth VIP should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 weights approximately 13 kg more than 1968 Plymouth VIP.

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 Plymouth VIP (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280. (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth VIP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280. 1968 Plymouth VIP has automatic transmission and 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 has manual transmission. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Plymouth VIP will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 1968 Plymouth VIP
Make Mercedes-Benz Plymouth
Model 280 VIP
Year Released 1993 1968
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2799 cc 5208 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 197 HP 230 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 270 Nm 461 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89.9 mm 99.3 mm
Engine Stroke Size 73.5 mm 84.1 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.2:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1660 kg 1647 kg
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 5420 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1980 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2700 mm 3030 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 90 L


 

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