# Are Boxer Engines Better Than Other Flat Engines?

> Flat engines are horizontally-opposed piston engines, and this group includes Boxer engines, but not opposed-piston engines like the Cummins 14. 3L Advanced Combat Engine (ACE) designed to power tanks.

- **Source:** [SlashGear](https://www.slashgear.com/2122265/are-boxer-engines-better-than-flat/?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=69b977c9a2dd0e559c606c6b)
- **Published:** 2026-03-17
- **Category:** Cars
- **Tags:** #porsche #toyota #engines #flat #boxer #better #opposed #other
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