1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300. (231 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 420 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300. (310 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | 300 | 911 |
Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 231 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4465 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1311 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3150 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 67 L |