Only in relation to the performance of a 240D.
I drive like I am killing snakes. First gear starts nearly every time, or I get lost in the dust. Like a "mini Italian Tune-Up" at every light.
Noise and fury, but not speed. Sigh. But this is my choice ride, and I don't want to be a rolling habitat for heavy carbon deposits.

Believe it or not, I often need to let up to avoid making contact with the car ahead of me.

Still rides like a Mercedes once I'm going!

Cheers!

snapped_bolt

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'81 240D For now, a good place to borrow new parts
'80 300TD Probably will be put back into service!
'79 240D BACK IN SERVICE SINCE 09/16; limited use, oil leak. Guide pin r/sealed/replaced. Still a leak. Front crank seal....