2002 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1975 Porsche 930
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,724 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Porsche 930 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL. (242 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 615 kg more than 1975 Porsche 930.
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, 1975 Porsche 930 (351 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL. (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1975 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | SL | 930 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1975 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3724 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 70.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2510 mm |