1990 Porsche Pan Americana vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche Pan Americana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche Pan Americana would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Porsche Pan Americana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche Pan Americana (247 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. (245 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche Pan Americana should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 219 kg more than 1990 Porsche Pan Americana.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Porsche Pan Americana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C 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 Mercedes-Benz C (340 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Porsche Pan Americana. (310 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Porsche Pan Americana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Porsche Pan Americana | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Porsche | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Pan Americana | C |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 245 HP |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4591 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2008 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2760 mm |
