1959 Mercedes-Benz SC vs. 2000 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2000 Porsche Boxster is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC would be higher. At 2,855 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche Boxster (249 HP) has 139 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. (110 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC.
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, 2000 Porsche Boxster (309 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. (189 Nm). This means 2000 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC | 2000 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | SC | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 2855 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 249 HP |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2420 mm |
