1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 37 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche 911 weights approximately 5 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230. (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 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 | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | 230 | 911 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2305 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1978 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1303 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2450 mm |