1996 Porsche 993 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (296 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 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 110 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Porsche 993 (355 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (245 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1996 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Porsche 993 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Porsche | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 993 | C |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3746 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2720 mm |
