1995 Porsche 968 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 18 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (397 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1995 Porsche 968. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1995 Porsche 968. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 395 kg more than 1995 Porsche 968. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (601 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Porsche 968.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Porsche 968 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Porsche | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 968 | E |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 255 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4698 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2015 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1398 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
