2005 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1996 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (221 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 633 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Porsche 911 (650 Nm) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (315 Nm). This means 1996 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | 1996 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | E | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2280 mm |
