1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500. (326 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 515 kg more than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (700 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500. (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | 500 | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4973 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 326 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5 : 1 |
Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 278 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 2245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2154 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1702 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2895 mm |