1979 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 1993 Porsche 965
To start off, 1993 Porsche 965 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 965 (355 HP) has 221 more horse power than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230. (134 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 965 weights approximately 116 kg more than 1979 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, 1993 Porsche 965 (530 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230. (205 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mercedes-Benz 230 | 1993 Porsche 965 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | 230 | 965 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2298 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 355 HP |
Torque | 205 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 76.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2270 mm |