2008 Mercedes-Benz GL vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,459 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL. (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 1150 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Porsche 911 (665 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL. (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | GL | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5459 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 383 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 665 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2445 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2280 mm |
