1963 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2002 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2002 Porsche Boxster is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300 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 18 more horse power than 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300. (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2002 Porsche Boxster.
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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300. (271 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2002 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | 300 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 64 L |
