1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 vs. 1991 Porsche 968
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320. (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1991 Porsche 968.
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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 (310 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Porsche 968.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 | 1991 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | 320 | 968 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |
