1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2002 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2002 Porsche Boxster is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 (326 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2002 Porsche Boxster. (224 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2002 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 734 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2002 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | 500 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4973 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 253 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2012 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2420 mm |
