1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (277 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190. (235 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190.
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, 2001 Porsche 911 (385 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190. (246 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | 190 | 911 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2461 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 277 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 385 Nm |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 305 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2360 mm |