1963 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 1986 Porsche 944
To start off, 1986 Porsche 944 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Porsche 944 (188 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Porsche 944 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230. 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, 1986 Porsche 944 (230 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230. (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230 | 1986 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | 230 | 944 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
