1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1967 Porsche 904
To start off, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Porsche 904. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Porsche 904 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (5 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Porsche 904 (177 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Porsche 904 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 931 kg more than 1967 Porsche 904.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1967 Porsche 904 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | 300 | 904 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 699 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3430 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |
