1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112. (402 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2011 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 (580 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Porsche 911. (459 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | C 112 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5987 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4491 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2355 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 67 L |
