2008 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1993 Porsche 965
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 965. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 965 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 965 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 309 kg more than 1993 Porsche 965.
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, 1993 Porsche 965 (530 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | 1993 Porsche 965 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | E | 965 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2146 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2270 mm |
