1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (250 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280.
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, 2012 Porsche Panamera (550 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280. (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280. 2012 Porsche Panamera has automatic transmission and 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 has manual transmission. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Porsche Panamera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | 280 | Panamera |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2799 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1931 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1408 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |