1997 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1994 Porsche 968
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 2,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1997 Mercedes-Benz E. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 160 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercedes-Benz E. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mercedes-Benz E | 1994 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | E | 968 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |
