2000 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1990 Porsche 928
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E (349 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1990 Porsche 928. (306 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1990 Porsche 928. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Porsche 928 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E.
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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E (530 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Porsche 928. (408 Nm). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Porsche 928.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz E | 1990 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | E | 928 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 349 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 76 L |
