1999 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (477 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1999 Mercedes-Benz S. (356 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 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 525 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (641 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercedes-Benz S. (530 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mercedes-Benz S | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | S | 911 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 3605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 356 HP | 477 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 641 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 64 L |