2008 Mercedes-Benz R vs. 1993 Porsche 993
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 710 kg more than 1993 Porsche 993.
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 993 (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R has automatic transmission and 1993 Porsche 993 has manual transmission. 1993 Porsche 993 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz R | 1993 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | R | 993 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2280 mm |
