1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 vs. 1976 Porsche 911
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1976 Porsche 911.
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 420 (327 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Porsche 911. (240 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 | 1976 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | 420 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2270 mm |
