1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 vs. 2011 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2011 Porsche Boxster is newer by 18 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Boxster (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 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 270 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Porsche Boxster (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280. (260 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 | 2011 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | 280 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2797 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |
