1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 vs. 1976 Porsche 911
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 (403 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1976 Porsche 911. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 should accelerate faster than 1976 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1976 Porsche 911. 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 (580 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Porsche 911. (260 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 | 1976 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | C 112 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5987 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2280 mm |
