2000 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1973 Porsche 911
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 27 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 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Porsche 911 (208 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (100 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 510 kg more than 1973 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Porsche 911 (260 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (236 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1973 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | 1973 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | C | 911 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2280 mm |
