1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 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 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (415 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400. (286 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 weights approximately 467 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 (563 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400. (410 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | 400 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 415 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3150 mm | 2360 mm |
