1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 vs. 1989 Porsche 928
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1989 Porsche 928.
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, 1989 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280. (260 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1989 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 | 1989 Porsche 928 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | 280 | 928 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2797 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 78.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |