2000 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1957 Porsche 356
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 43 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1957 Porsche 356. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1957 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 786 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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2000 Mercedes-Benz E | 1957 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | E | 356 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2110 mm |