1995 Porsche 968 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (221 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 286 kg more than 1995 Porsche 968.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Porsche 968. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 1995 Porsche 968 has manual transmission. 1995 Porsche 968 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Porsche 968 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Porsche | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 968 | C |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 255 km/hour | 244 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 62 L |
