1972 Porsche 914 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (188 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 1870 kg more than 1972 Porsche 914. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 914. (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Porsche 914 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
| Make | Porsche | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 914 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 2795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 6939 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2024 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 2731 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 4326 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 100 L |
