1995 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280
To start off, 1995 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 would be higher. At 2,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1995 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen Rally Raid | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Rally Raid | 280 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2760 mm |
