1950 Ferrari 125 F1 vs. 2003 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2003 Porsche Boxster is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Ferrari 125 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Ferrari 125 F1 would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Ferrari 125 F1 (227 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 Porsche Boxster. (225 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Ferrari 125 F1 should accelerate faster than 2003 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 640 kg more than 1950 Ferrari 125 F1.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Ferrari 125 F1 | 2003 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 125 F1 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1500 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2360 mm |
