1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190. (192 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 89 kg more than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190. 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190. (235 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | 190 | 911 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2463 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1389 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1311 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |