1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 vs. 1995 Porsche 968
To start off, 1995 Porsche 968 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 968 (305 HP) has 211 more horse power than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250. (94 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 968 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250. 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, 1995 Porsche 968 (500 Nm) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250. (158 Nm). This means 1995 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 | 1995 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | 250 | 968 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 305 HP |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2410 mm |
