1975 Porsche 930 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1975 Porsche 930. (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1975 Porsche 930. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 595 kg more than 1975 Porsche 930. 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, 1975 Porsche 930 (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz E. (349 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1975 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz E. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1975 Porsche 930 has manual transmission. 1975 Porsche 930 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Porsche 930 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Porsche | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 930 | E |
Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4869 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2873 mm |