2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren vs. 1982 Porsche 944
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (618 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 455 more horse power than 1982 Porsche 944. (163 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 1982 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren weights approximately 608 kg more than 1982 Porsche 944. 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (781 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 576 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Porsche 944. (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | 1982 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | SLR McLaren | 944 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 618 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 781 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1768 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 66 L |
