1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 vs. 2010 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2010 Porsche Boxster is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 would be higher. At 4,519 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Boxster (255 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 weights approximately 300 kg more than 2010 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, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 (378 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Porsche Boxster. (290 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Porsche Boxster. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 has automatic transmission and 2010 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2010 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 | 2010 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | 450 | Boxster |
Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4519 cc | 2900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 378 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4371 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1293 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2416 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |