1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 430 kg more than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | 220 | Panamera |
Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | single |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.6 mm | 83 mm |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 282 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2114 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1418 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2920 mm |