1984 Porsche 930 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz R. (210 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz R.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Porsche 930. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Porsche 930. (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Porsche 930. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R has automatic transmission and 1984 Porsche 930 has manual transmission. 1984 Porsche 930 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1984 Porsche 930 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Porsche | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 930 | R |
Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3299 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5156 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1958 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1661 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3216 mm |