1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 17 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420. (296 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 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, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 (410 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | 420 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 67 L |
