2008 Mercury Milan vs. 1988 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Mercury Milan is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 911 (246 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2008 Mercury Milan. (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercury Milan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Milan weights approximately 386 kg more than 1988 Porsche 911.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 1988 Porsche 911 (310 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercury Milan. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercury Milan. 2008 Mercury Milan has automatic transmission and 1988 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1988 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercury Milan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercury Milan | 1988 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mercury | Porsche |
Model | Milan | 911 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 246 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 77 L |