2005 Land Rover Defender vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Defender is newer by 32 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 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Defender (180 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280. (170 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 335 kg more than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Defender will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Land Rover Defender (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280. (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Land Rover Defender | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 | |
Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Defender | 280 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3947 cc | 2778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 64 L |