1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 vs. 1965 Porsche 912
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1965 Porsche 912. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 should accelerate faster than 1965 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1965 Porsche 912. 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 (173 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Porsche 912. (133 Nm). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Porsche 912.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 | 1965 Porsche 912 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | 200 | 912 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 74 mm |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2220 mm |
