2006 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1976 Porsche 912
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1976 Porsche 912. (86 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1976 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 390 kg more than 1976 Porsche 912. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (245 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Porsche 912. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Porsche 912.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | 1976 Porsche 912 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | C | 912 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.4 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2220 mm |
