2005 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1957 Porsche 356
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 48 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 2,596 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (175 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1957 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1957 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 789 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. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (400 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Porsche 356. (120 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | 1957 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | C | 356 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2596 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1594 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 52 L |
