2002 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1993 Porsche 968
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL (494 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1993 Porsche 968. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1993 Porsche 968. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 475 kg more than 1993 Porsche 968. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Mercedes-Benz SL (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche 968.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1993 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | SL | 968 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5441 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 74 L |
