2008 Porsche 911 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. (198 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 85 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. (310 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Porsche 911 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Porsche | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 911 | C |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3824 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 | 9.3 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 293 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4591 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2008 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1444 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2760 mm |