1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 vs. 1997 Porsche 993
To start off, 1997 Porsche 993 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111. (280 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Porsche 993 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111. 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, 1997 Porsche 993 (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111. (293 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 | 1997 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | C 111 | 993 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3589 cc |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2280 mm |
