1998 Mercedes-Benz V vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz V would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1998 Mercedes-Benz V. (139 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercedes-Benz V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz V weights approximately 580 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911.
Because 2008 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 2008 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercedes-Benz V. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercedes-Benz V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mercedes-Benz V | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | V | 911 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2360 mm |
