2000 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1981 Porsche 928
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Porsche 928 (238 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (127 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Porsche 928 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 1981 Porsche 928 (356 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Porsche 928 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 | 1981 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | C | 928 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 356 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 85 L |
