1999 Mercedes-Benz V vs. 1999 Porsche 911
To start off, both 1999 Mercedes-Benz V and 1999 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche 911 (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1999 Mercedes-Benz V. (139 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercedes-Benz V.
Because 1999 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mercedes-Benz V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Porsche 911 (350 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercedes-Benz V. (210 Nm). This means 1999 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercedes-Benz V.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mercedes-Benz V | 1999 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | V | 911 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2295 cc | 3387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 350 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2360 mm |