1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 2002 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2002 Porsche Boxster is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Boxster (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220.
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, 2002 Porsche Boxster (320 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 2002 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | 220 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 21 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 64 L |
