2007 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1992 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (362 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1992 Porsche 911. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1992 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 940 kg more than 1992 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (511 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | 1992 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | C | 911 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 511 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1260 mm |
