1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 3,822 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300. (231 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 430 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.
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, 2004 Porsche 911 (408 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300. (310 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | 300 | 911 |
Year Released | 1991 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3198 cc | 3822 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 231 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82.8 mm |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 293 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 64 L |