2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren vs. 1980 Porsche 930
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 5,438 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (617 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1980 Porsche 930. (295 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 1980 Porsche 930. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren weights approximately 468 kg more than 1980 Porsche 930. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (780 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Porsche 930. (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Porsche 930. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren has automatic transmission and 1980 Porsche 930 has manual transmission. 1980 Porsche 930 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | 1980 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | SLR McLaren | 930 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5438 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 617 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 780 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 74.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 7.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1768 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |