Mercedes 280 – 1972
With the new 280, Mercedes power to complete its range “success” of 200 to 250 – an engine in two versions, four new models: 280, 280E, 280C, 280CE.
To be more freedom on the road to drive with maximum safety and sportsmanship courteous motorists should have confidence in the perfection of a mechanical breakdown.
That is why, Mercedes offers four new 280 models equipped with a new 6-cylinder engine offered in two versions, injection and carburetor. In the wake of the success of 200 to 250 and the top of this range the 280, 280 E, 280 C, 280 EC is defined as a new “temperament” Mercedes. The châssi security Mercedes is designed to allow without any risk, using the engine to its maximum power.
New engines double camshaft
6-cylinder, 2.8 l, double overhead camshaft, the new 280 engines are among the newest creations of the international automobile contruction. The report consumption performance is extremely favourable and unusual for engines this category, with peak speeds of sports and a very powerful acceleration difficult to imagine:
Mercedes 280 E/280 EC, 210 hp SAE (185 hp DIN), injection-mail: 0 to 100 km / h: 9.9 s, 200 km / h.
Mercedes C 280/280, 180 hp SAE (160 hp DIN), double carburetor reversed: 0 to 100 km / h: 10.6 s, 190 km / h.
Maitriser power
Having a remarkable engine power, but at any moment to maintain control, is not it more important?
The 4 new Mercedes 280 models have been designed with this in mind: enhanced braking system, radial tires carcass of greater dimension, a reservoir of 78l.
Among the new features of 280, it should also be noted: a significant innovation with colors related to security, interior fittings different, a switch for operating intermittent wipers. The flagship paper towel (optional).