1997 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1975 Porsche 924
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 2,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercedes-Benz S (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1975 Porsche 924. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1975 Porsche 924. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 710 kg more than 1975 Porsche 924. 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, 1997 Mercedes-Benz S (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Porsche 924. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Porsche 924.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mercedes-Benz S | 1975 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | S | 924 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2799 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 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 | 1890 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
