1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1987 Porsche 911
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 911 (231 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 328 kg more than 1987 Porsche 911.
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, 1987 Porsche 911 (283 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (185 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1987 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | CLK | 911 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1172 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |
