1961 Mercedes-Benz SE vs. 1976 Porsche 912
To start off, 1976 Porsche 912 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE would be higher. At 2,193 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE (118 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1976 Porsche 912. (86 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE should accelerate faster than 1976 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE weights approximately 434 kg more than 1976 Porsche 912. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE (189 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Porsche 912. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Porsche 912.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE | 1976 Porsche 912 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | SE | 912 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2193 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2280 mm |
