1972 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 1972 Mercedes-Benz E. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 56 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911.
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, 2012 Porsche 911 (459 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercedes-Benz E. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mercedes-Benz E | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | E | 911 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2746 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4491 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2355 mm |
