2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren vs. 1976 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren weights approximately 693 kg more than 1976 Porsche 911.
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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (780 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 540 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Porsche 911. (240 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | 1976 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | SLR McLaren | 911 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 617 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 780 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1768 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2270 mm |
