2007 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1990 Porsche Pan Americana
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche Pan Americana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche Pan Americana would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Porsche Pan Americana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (272 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1990 Porsche Pan Americana. (247 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1990 Porsche Pan Americana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 729 kg more than 1990 Porsche Pan Americana. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (475 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Porsche Pan Americana. (310 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Porsche Pan Americana. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 1990 Porsche Pan Americana has manual transmission. 1990 Porsche Pan Americana will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | 1990 Porsche Pan Americana | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | C | Pan Americana |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2205 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2280 mm |
