2005 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1977 Porsche 928
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,473 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Porsche 928 (237 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (221 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 335 kg more than 1977 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, 1977 Porsche 928 (363 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (315 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | 1977 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | E | 928 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 4473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 85 L |
