1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 vs. 2012 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2012 Porsche Boxster is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Boxster (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200. (53 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Porsche Boxster (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 | 2012 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | 200 | Boxster |
Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4346 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1285 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2416 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |