1973 Mercedes-Benz 250 vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250 would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 343 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250. (195 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250 | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | 250 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2523 cc | 3599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 473 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.5 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3430 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
