1999 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1998 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S (302 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1998 Porsche Boxster. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1998 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 604 kg more than 1998 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Porsche Boxster. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Porsche Boxster. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 1998 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 1998 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercedes-Benz S | 1998 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | S | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2360 mm |
