1984 Daimler 4.2 vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Daimler 4.2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Daimler 4.2 would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Daimler 4.2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (537 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 1984 Daimler 4.2. (205 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 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 680 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
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, 1998 Porsche 911 (600 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daimler 4.2. (314 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 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 | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Daimler | Porsche |
| Model | 4.2 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 537 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 310 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2280 mm |
