2000 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1969 Porsche 914
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E (349 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1969 Porsche 914. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1969 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 485 kg more than 1969 Porsche 914. 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E (530 Nm) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Porsche 914. (157 Nm). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz E | 1969 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | E | 914 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 349 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 61 L |
