1961 Mercedes-Benz SE vs. 1991 Porsche 968
To start off, 1991 Porsche 968 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE would be higher. At 2,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE. (118 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Porsche 968 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE. 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, 1991 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE. (189 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Mercedes-Benz SE | 1991 Porsche 968 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | SE | 968 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1991 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2193 cc | 2989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 104 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 92 L |