1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 vs. 2000 Porsche RGT
To start off, 2000 Porsche RGT is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche RGT (276 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420. (275 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche RGT should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 weights approximately 722 kg more than 2000 Porsche RGT.
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 Mercedes-Benz E420 (400 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Porsche RGT. (376 Nm). This means 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Porsche RGT. 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 has automatic transmission and 2000 Porsche RGT has manual transmission. 2000 Porsche RGT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 | 2000 Porsche RGT | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | E420 | RGT |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 276 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2052 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2340 mm |
