1942 Mercedes-Benz 770 vs. 1979 Porsche 924
To start off, 1979 Porsche 924 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Mercedes-Benz 770. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Mercedes-Benz 770 would be higher. At 7,655 cc (8 cylinders), 1942 Mercedes-Benz 770 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Porsche 924 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 770. (153 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Porsche 924 should accelerate faster than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 770. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 770 weights approximately 2221 kg more than 1979 Porsche 924.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 Mercedes-Benz 770 | 1979 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | 770 | 924 |
| Year Released | 1942 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 7655 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 3400 kg | 1179 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6010 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2410 mm |
