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Mercedes-Benz SL (2009) vs. Porsche Boxster (2012) Specs

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2009 Mercedes-Benz SL and 2012 Porsche Boxster Specifications

Model Year 2009 2012  
Model Mercedes-Benz SL Porsche Boxster  
Engine turbocharged
5.5L V12
OHC-3v
510 hp@5000
612 lb-ft@1900
3.4L H6
DOHC-4v
320 hp@7200
273 lb-ft@4750
 
Transmission 5-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed manual  
Drivetrain RWD RWD  
Body 2dr Hardtop conv. 2dr Convertible  
      Difference
Wheelbase 100.8 in 95.1 in 5.7 in
Length 180.4 in 172.1 in 8.3 in
Width 71.5 in 70.9 in 0.6 in
Height 51.1 in 50.9 in 0.2 in
Curb Weight 4455 lb. 2987 lb. 1468 lb.
Fuel Capacity 21.1 gal. 16.9 gal. 4.2 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 37.7 in 38.4 in -0.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 54.0 in 51.7 in 2.3 in
Hip Room, Row 1 53.9 in 53.4 in 0.5 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.9 in 41.6 in 1.3 in
Total Legroom 42.9 in (over 1 rows) 41.6 in (over 1 rows) 1.3 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 7.2 ft3 9.9 ft3 -2.7 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 10.2 ft3 9.9 ft3 0.3 ft3

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