1995 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1981 Porsche 930
To start off, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1995 Mercedes-Benz E. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 270 kg more than 1981 Porsche 930.
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, 1981 Porsche 930 (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercedes-Benz E. (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1981 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mercedes-Benz E | 1981 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | E | 930 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2797 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |
