1999 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2002 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,731 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1999 Mercedes-Benz S. (356 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 560 kg more than 2002 Porsche Carrera GT.
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, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT (620 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercedes-Benz S. (530 Nm @ 3150 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercedes-Benz S. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 2002 Porsche Carrera GT has manual transmission. 2002 Porsche Carrera GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercedes-Benz S | 2002 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | S | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 5731 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 356 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3150 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6 seconds | 3.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 17.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 64 L |
