1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1994 Porsche 993
To start off, 1994 Porsche 993 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300. (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 993 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300. 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, 1994 Porsche 993 (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300. (275 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1994 Porsche 993 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | 300 | 993 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 3599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 275 Nm | 347 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2280 mm |