1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 vs. 2009 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 Porsche Boxster is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 would be higher. At 2,901 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Boxster (252 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250. (94 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250.
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, 2009 Porsche Boxster (215 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250. (158 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 | 2009 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | 250 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 262 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.8 seconds | 6.1 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 | 4750 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2420 mm |
