1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420. (296 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420.
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, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 (410 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche 911. (408 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche 911. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 has automatic transmission and 2005 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2005 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | 420 | 911 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3822 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 64 L |