2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1990 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (221 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 263 kg more than 1990 Porsche 911.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK (510 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Porsche 911. (450 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1990 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | CLK | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2985 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 270 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1467 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 76 L |
