1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 vs. 2000 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT (549 HP) has 318 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420. (231 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 weights approximately 375 kg more than 2000 Porsche Carrera GT.
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, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT (600 Nm) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420. (327 Nm). This means 2000 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 has automatic transmission and 2000 Porsche Carrera GT has manual transmission. 2000 Porsche Carrera GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 | 2000 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | 420 | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 549 HP |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 76 mm |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 330 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2710 mm |
