1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 vs. 2002 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2002 Porsche Boxster is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 would be higher. At 3,818 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 (218 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2002 Porsche Boxster. (217 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 should accelerate faster than 2002 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 weights approximately 300 kg more than 2002 Porsche Boxster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Porsche Boxster. (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Porsche Boxster. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 has automatic transmission and 2002 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2002 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 | 2002 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | 380 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3818 cc | 2685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2360 mm |
