1973 Mercedes-Benz 350 vs. 1994 Porsche 911
To start off, 1994 Porsche 911 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350 would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 911 (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350 weights approximately 326 kg more than 1994 Porsche 911.
Because 1994 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Porsche 911 (316 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350. (287 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350 has automatic transmission and 1994 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1994 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercedes-Benz 350 | 1994 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | 350 | 911 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3499 cc | 3598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 65.8 mm | 76.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1676 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |