2007 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1995 Porsche 993
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (493 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1995 Porsche 993. (402 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1995 Porsche 993. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 456 kg more than 1995 Porsche 993. 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 SL (800 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Porsche 993. (541 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1995 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | SL | 993 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 402 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 541 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1500 kg |
