1971 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1969 Porsche 912
To start off, 1971 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 2,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mercedes-Benz SL (168 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1969 Porsche 912. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1969 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 390 kg more than 1969 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, 1971 Mercedes-Benz SL (240 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Porsche 912. (133 Nm). This means 1971 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Porsche 912.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1969 Porsche 912 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | SL | 912 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2778 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2220 mm |
