1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (325 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500. (245 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 69 kg more than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500. 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 (399 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche 911. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 has automatic transmission and 2007 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2007 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | 500 | 911 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4973 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |