1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2010 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 23 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (405 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. (185 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 715 kg more than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | 300 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 12.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.8 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 100 L |
