1987 Porsche 924 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1987 Porsche 924. (161 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1987 Porsche 924.
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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Porsche 924. (210 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Porsche 924. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 1987 Porsche 924 has manual transmission. 1987 Porsche 924 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Porsche 924 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Porsche | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 924 | S |
Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2479 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5096 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3165 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 90 L |