1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2002 Porsche 911
To start off, 2002 Porsche 911 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 (320 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2002 Porsche 911. (316 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2002 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 760 kg more than 2002 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Porsche 911 (502 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500. (470 Nm). This means 2002 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2002 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | 500 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4973 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 64 L |
