1979 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 1995 Porsche 911
To start off, 1995 Porsche 911 is newer by 16 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 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 911 (247 HP) has 113 more horse power than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230. (134 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1995 Porsche 911.
Because 1995 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Porsche 911 (316 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230. (205 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 911 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 | 1995 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | 230 | 911 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2298 cc | 3598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 247 HP |
Torque | 205 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 76.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1260 mm |