1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2010 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2010 Porsche Panamera is newer by 19 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, 2010 Porsche Panamera (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500. (326 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 152 kg more than 2010 Porsche Panamera.
Because 2010 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera 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, 2010 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500. (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Panamera 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 | 2010 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | 500 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4971 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2012 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3150 mm | 2918 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
