1995 Porsche 993 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (503 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1995 Porsche 993. (402 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1995 Porsche 993. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 683 kg more than 1995 Porsche 993. 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 CL (830 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Porsche 993. (541 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Porsche 993 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Porsche | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 993 | CL |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 830 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2183 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2130 mm |
