1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (530 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 412 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (699 Nm) has 526 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200. (173 Nm). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | 200 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 530 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2350 mm |
