2006 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1992 Porsche 928
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 5,396 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 928 (346 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (120 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 928 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 1992 Porsche 928 (500 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (271 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 1992 Porsche 928 has manual transmission. 1992 Porsche 928 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | 1992 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | C | 928 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 5396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 86 L |
