1994 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1994 Mercedes-Benz E. (120 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 129 kg more than 1994 Mercedes-Benz E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mercedes-Benz E. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mercedes-Benz E | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | E | 911 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
