1996 Mercedes-Benz V vs. 1968 Porsche 911
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz V is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Porsche 911 (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1996 Mercedes-Benz V. (139 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mercedes-Benz V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz V weights approximately 980 kg more than 1968 Porsche 911.
Because 1968 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz V, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz V (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Porsche 911. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mercedes-Benz V | 1968 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | V | 911 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2270 mm |
