1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 1966 Porsche 912
To start off, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 (320 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1966 Porsche 912. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1966 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1966 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, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 (470 Nm) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Porsche 912. (133 Nm). This means 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Porsche 912.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 1966 Porsche 912 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | 500 | 912 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4973 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 61 L |
