2007 Ford Ranger vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 34 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 2,745 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger.
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, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 (238 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ranger | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ranger | 280 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 2745 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 238 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 78 L |
