2012 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2007 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Porsche Boxster. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2007 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche Boxster. (321 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Mercedes-Benz S | 2007 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | S | Boxster |
Year Released | 2012 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 268 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5096 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3165 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |