1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2004 Porsche Boxster is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,329 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2004 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1495 kg more than 2004 Porsche Boxster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm). This means 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2004 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | 600 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6329 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 78 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2420 mm |
