2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 1987 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 911 (231 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 913 kg more than 1987 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, 1987 Porsche 911 (283 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano has automatic transmission and 1987 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1987 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 1987 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | Viano | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 181 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 1172 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 85 L |
