1997 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1992 Porsche 965
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 965. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 965 would be higher. At 3,297 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 965 (317 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 295 kg more than 1992 Porsche 965.
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 Porsche 965 (459 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL. (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1992 Porsche 965 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | SL | 965 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2799 cc | 3297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2270 mm |