2009 Mazda BT-50 vs. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280 would be higher. At 2,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280 (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2009 Mazda BT-50. (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 306 kg more than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280.
Because 2009 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 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, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280. (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda BT-50 | 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280 | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | BT-50 | 280 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |