1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 vs. 1993 Porsche 911
To start off, 1993 Porsche 911 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 911 (375 HP) has 303 more horse power than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 weights approximately 269 kg more than 1993 Porsche 911.
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, 1993 Porsche 911 (490 Nm) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. (137 Nm). This means 1993 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 | 1993 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | 240 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2398 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 375 HP |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 96.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 74.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3430 mm | 2280 mm |
