1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1999 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 1999 Porsche Boxster is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1999 Porsche Boxster. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1999 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1520 kg more than 1999 Porsche Boxster. 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, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Porsche Boxster. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1999 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | 600 | Boxster |
Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6330 cc | 2480 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2360 mm |