2000 Daewoo Musiro vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280
To start off, 2000 Daewoo Musiro is newer by 32 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 55 more horse power than 2000 Daewoo Musiro. (105 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 should accelerate faster than 2000 Daewoo Musiro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 weights approximately 575 kg more than 2000 Daewoo Musiro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daewoo Musiro. (145 Nm). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daewoo Musiro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daewoo Musiro | 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Musiro | 280 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2744 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 95 L |
