1992 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1973 Porsche 911
To start off, 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL (231 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1973 Porsche 911. (208 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1973 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 740 kg more than 1973 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL (268 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Porsche 911. (260 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1973 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | SL | 911 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 268 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2280 mm |
