1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 1986 Porsche 928
To start off, 1986 Porsche 928 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 4,957 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Porsche 928 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Porsche 928 weights approximately 194 kg more than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230. 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, 1986 Porsche 928 (430 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230. (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 | 1986 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | 230 | 928 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 4957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2510 mm |
