1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 vs. 1972 Porsche 911
To start off, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 (218 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 911. (165 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 weights approximately 523 kg more than 1972 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 (329 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 911. (206 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 | 1972 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | 420 | 911 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 218 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 329 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2270 mm |