1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2005 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2005 Porsche Boxster is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Porsche Boxster. (225 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2005 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2005 Porsche Boxster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 (271 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2005 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | 300 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2360 mm |
