1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 1994 Porsche 928
To start off, 1994 Porsche 928 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,972 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. (237 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 928 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Porsche 928 (409 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. (402 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 1994 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | 500 | 928 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4972 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 409 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 76 L |
