1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 vs. 1995 Porsche 993
To start off, 1995 Porsche 993 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320. (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 993 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 230 kg more than 1995 Porsche 993.
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, 1995 Porsche 993 (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320. (310 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 | 1995 Porsche 993 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | 320 | 993 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3197 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 347 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2280 mm |