1995 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1997 Porsche 993
To start off, 1997 Porsche 993 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 410 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Porsche 993 (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL. (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL. 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 1997 Porsche 993 has manual transmission. 1997 Porsche 993 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1997 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | SL | 993 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2799 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2280 mm |
