1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 vs. 1995 Porsche 965
To start off, 1995 Porsche 965 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 965 (356 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111. (345 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 965 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111. 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, 1995 Porsche 965 (530 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111. (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 | 1995 Porsche 965 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | C 111 | 965 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 3600 cc |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 356 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2270 mm |
