1984 Daimler 4.2 vs. 1977 Porsche 930
To start off, 1984 Daimler 4.2 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Daimler 4.2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Porsche 930 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1984 Daimler 4.2. (205 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1984 Daimler 4.2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Daimler 4.2 weights approximately 684 kg more than 1977 Porsche 930.
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, 1977 Porsche 930 (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daimler 4.2. (314 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1977 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daimler 4.2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Daimler 4.2 | 1977 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Daimler | Porsche |
| Model | 4.2 | 930 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2510 mm |
