1984 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1976 Porsche 911
To start off, 1984 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,837 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 510 kg more than 1976 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, 1984 Mercedes-Benz S (315 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Porsche 911. (240 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1984 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mercedes-Benz S | 1976 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | S | 911 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3837 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2270 mm |
