1968 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (537 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 433 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz E. (104 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 206 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
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, 1998 Porsche 911 (600 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz E. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mercedes-Benz E | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | E | 911 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2197 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 537 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 74.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |