2009 BMW 335 vs. 1970 Mercedes-Benz 280
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercedes-Benz 280. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercedes-Benz 280 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (300 HP) has 120 more horse power than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 280. (180 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 280.
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, 2009 BMW 335 (407 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 280. (258 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 280.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1970 Mercedes-Benz 280 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 335 | 280 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 180 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
