2005 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1977 Porsche 930
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 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Porsche 930 (257 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (174 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Porsche 930 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 580 kg more than 1977 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, 1977 Porsche 930 (343 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1977 Porsche 930 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 930 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | E | 930 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2606 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 257 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.2 mm | 70.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 6.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |