1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 1995 Porsche 928
To start off, 1995 Porsche 928 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,971 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 (326 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1995 Porsche 928. (306 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1995 Porsche 928. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 482 kg more than 1995 Porsche 928. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Porsche 928. (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Porsche 928.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 1995 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | 500 | 928 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4971 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2012 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3150 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
