1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 41 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (408 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111. (345 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 180 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111. (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 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 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | C 111 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 3800 cc |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 408 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 67 L |
