1984 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 3,837 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (620 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 419 more horse power than 1984 Mercedes-Benz S. (201 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1984 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 190 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mercedes-Benz S. (315 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mercedes-Benz S | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | S | 911 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3837 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 620 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4468 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2350 mm |
