1985 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1994 Porsche 993
To start off, 1994 Porsche 993 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 3,839 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1985 Mercedes-Benz S. (201 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 165 kg more than 1994 Porsche 993.
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, 1994 Porsche 993 (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercedes-Benz S. (316 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mercedes-Benz S | 1994 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | S | 993 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3839 cc | 3599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2280 mm |
