1991 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2000 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,500 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT (549 HP) has 385 more horse power than 1991 Mercedes-Benz S. (164 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 270 kg more than 2000 Porsche Carrera GT.
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, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT (600 Nm) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercedes-Benz S. (228 Nm). This means 2000 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercedes-Benz S | 2000 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | S | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2598 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 549 HP |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.9 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |
