2006 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1993 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 911 (272 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz S. (241 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz S.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche 911. (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz S | 1993 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | S | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3720 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 73 L |
