2005 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1997 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,722 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (424 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL. (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 460 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Porsche 911 (530 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL. (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1997 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | SL | 911 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3722 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 424 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 335 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 79 L |