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Porsche Boxster (2016) vs. Mercedes-Benz SL (2012) Specs

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2016 Porsche Boxster and 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL Specifications

Model Year 2016 2012  
Model Porsche Boxster Mercedes-Benz SL  
Engine 3.8L H6
DOHC-4v
375 hp@6700
310 lb-ft@4750
6.2L V8
DOHC-4v
518 hp@6800
465 lb-ft@5200
 
Transmission 6-speed manual 7-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain RWD RWD  
Body 2dr Convertible 2dr Hardtop conv.  
      Difference
Wheelbase 97.4 in 100.8 in -3.4 in
Length 172.2 in 180.4 in -8.2 in
Width 70.9 in 71.5 in -0.6 in
Height 50.5 in 51.1 in -0.6 in
Curb Weight 2899 lb. 4274 lb. -1375 lb.
Fuel Capacity 16.9 gal. 21.1 gal. -4.2 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.6 in 37.7 in 0.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 51.7 in 54.0 in -2.3 in
Hip Room, Row 1 53.4 in 53.9 in -0.5 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.6 in 42.9 in -0.3 in
Total Legroom 42.6 in (over 1 rows) 42.9 in (over 1 rows) -0.3 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 9.9 ft3 7.2 ft3 2.7 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 9.9 ft3 10.2 ft3 -0.3 ft3

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