1981 Porsche 911 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (423 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1981 Porsche 911. (232 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1981 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 815 kg more than 1981 Porsche 911. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (700 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Porsche 911. (284 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Porsche 911 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Porsche | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 911 | S |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3164 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 423 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5096 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3035 mm |
