1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 1977 Porsche 912
To start off, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 2,461 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 (235 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1977 Porsche 912. (87 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1977 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1977 Porsche 912. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 (246 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Porsche 912. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Porsche 912.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 1977 Porsche 912 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | 190 | 912 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2461 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.3 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2220 mm |
