2008 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1980 Porsche 930
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 28 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 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (507 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1980 Porsche 930. (296 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1980 Porsche 930. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Porsche 930 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Porsche 930. (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Porsche 930. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 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. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Mercedes-Benz E | 1980 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | E | 930 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 6208 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 507 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 631 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.2 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 74.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |