1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2009 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 22 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 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (380 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. (185 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne 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 180 kg more than 2009 Porsche Cayenne.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayenne 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 | 2009 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | 300 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 4806 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 252 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 100 L |
