2006 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1987 Porsche 911

To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 911 (231 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (141 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 613 kg more than 1987 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, 1987 Porsche 911 (283 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (220 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Mercedes-Benz C 1987 Porsche 911
Make Mercedes-Benz Porsche
Model C 911
Year Released 2006 1987
Body Type Station Wagon Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1796 cc 3164 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 141 HP 231 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 5900 RPM
Torque 220 Nm 283 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 95 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85 mm 74.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.3:1
Top Speed 223 km/hour 243 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1785 kg 1172 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 4300 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2270 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 85 L