1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2004 Porsche GT2
To start off, 2004 Porsche GT2 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche GT2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche GT2 (456 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300. (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche GT2 should accelerate faster than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche GT2 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300. 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, 2004 Porsche GT2 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300. (275 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche GT2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2004 Porsche GT2 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | 300 | GT2 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 3599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 456 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 275 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 64 L |