1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (429 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600. (408 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 310 kg more than 2012 Porsche Panamera.
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 600 (580 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche Panamera. (520 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche Panamera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | 600 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5987 cc | 4806 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 408 HP | 429 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3150 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 100 L |
