1986 Porsche 928 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,957 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Porsche 928 (317 HP) has 19 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. (298 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 20 kg more than 1986 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, 1986 Porsche 928 (439 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. (370 Nm). This means 1986 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Porsche 928 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Porsche | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 928 | C |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4957 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 298 HP |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4591 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2008 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
