1990 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz R. (210 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz R.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Porsche 911 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Porsche | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 911 | R |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3163 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5156 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1661 mm |
