1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 10 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 50 more horse power than 2001 Porsche 911. (276 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2001 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 472 kg more than 2001 Porsche 911. 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (759 Nm) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500. (480 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | 500 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4971 cc | 3594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 305 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2012 kg | 1540 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 |
