1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 vs. 1975 Porsche 930
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Porsche 930 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1975 Porsche 930.
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, 1975 Porsche 930 (351 Nm) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200. (173 Nm). This means 1975 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 | 1975 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | 200 | 930 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 70.4 mm |
| 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 | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2510 mm |
