2005 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1984 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Porsche 911 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 276 kg more than 1984 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (315 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Porsche 911. (286 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | 1984 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | C | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |
