1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 vs. 2002 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2002 Porsche Boxster is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 would be higher. At 2,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Boxster (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 weights approximately 400 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Porsche Boxster. (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 | 2002 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | 280 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2799 cc | 2685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2360 mm |
