2006 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1985 Porsche 928
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL (494 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1985 Porsche 928. (310 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1985 Porsche 928. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 435 kg more than 1985 Porsche 928. 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 SL (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Porsche 928. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Porsche 928.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1985 Porsche 928 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | SL | 928 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5441 cc | 4662 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 494 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2510 mm |