2008 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2001 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche Carrera GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche Carrera GT would be higher. At 5,500 cc (10 cylinders), 2001 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E.
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, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT (602 Nm) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (300 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2001 Porsche Carrera GT has manual transmission. 2001 Porsche Carrera GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | 2001 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | E | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 602 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
