2007 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1958 Porsche 356
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1958 Porsche 356. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1958 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 895 kg more than 1958 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (245 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Porsche 356. (119 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | 1958 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | C | 356 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 52 L |
