1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2004 Porsche Boxster is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Boxster (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220. (110 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 455 kg more than 2004 Porsche Boxster.
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 Boxster (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220. (186 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 2004 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | 220 | Boxster |
Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 251 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.3 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |