1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1992 Porsche 968
To start off, 1992 Porsche 968 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 968 (241 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. (185 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1992 Porsche 968.
Because 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Porsche 968. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 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, 1992 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1992 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | 300 | 968 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 255 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 74 L |
