1993 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 4,971 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz S. (317 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 640 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911.
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 S (470 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche 911. (459 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Mercedes-Benz S | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | S | 911 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4971 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2355 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 67 L |