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Mercedes-Benz SL (2012) vs. Porsche 718 Boxster (2017) Specs

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2012 Mercedes-Benz SL and 2017 Porsche 718 Boxster Specifications

Model Year 2012 2017  
Model Mercedes-Benz SL Porsche 718 Boxster  
Engine 6.2L V8
DOHC-4v
518 hp@6800
465 lb-ft@5200
turbocharged
2.5L H4
DOHC-4v
350 hp@6500
309 lb-ft@1900
 
Transmission 7-speed shiftable automatic 7-speed automated manual  
Drivetrain RWD RWD  
Body 2dr Hardtop conv. 2dr Convertible  
      Difference
Wheelbase 100.8 in 97.4 in 3.4 in
Length 180.4 in 172.4 in 8 in
Width 71.5 in 70.9 in 0.6 in
Height 51.1 in 50.4 in 0.7 in
Curb Weight 4274 lb. 3054 lb. 1220 lb.
Fuel Capacity 21.1 gal. 14.3 gal. 6.8 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 37.7 in 0.0 in 37.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 54.0 in 0.0 in 54 in
Hip Room, Row 1 53.9 in 0.0 in 53.9 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.9 in 0.0 in 42.9 in
Total Legroom 42.9 in (over 1 rows) 0 in (over 1 rows) 42.9 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 7.2 ft3 9.7 ft3 -2.5 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 10.2 ft3 9.7 ft3 0.5 ft3

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