1962 Mercedes-Benz SE vs. 1957 Porsche 356
To start off, 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE (118 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1957 Porsche 356. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE should accelerate faster than 1957 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE weights approximately 613 kg more than 1957 Porsche 356. 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.
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1962 Mercedes-Benz SE | 1957 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | SE | 356 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1957 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 762 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2110 mm |