1985 Porsche 928 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (188 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1985 Porsche 928.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Porsche 928. (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Porsche 928.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Porsche 928 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
Make | Porsche | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 928 | Sprinter |
Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4664 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5906 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2024 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 2446 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3665 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 100 L |