2002 Mercedes-Benz C30 vs. 1990 Porsche 928
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30. (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1990 Porsche 928.
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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30 (540 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Porsche 928. (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Porsche 928.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mercedes-Benz C30 | 1990 Porsche 928 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | C30 | 928 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2950 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 76 L |