1983 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 1988 Porsche 911
To start off, 1988 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 911 (246 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1983 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 430 kg more than 1988 Porsche 911.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 1988 Porsche 911 (310 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mercedes-Benz G. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mercedes-Benz G | 1988 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | G | 911 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.2 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2270 mm |
