1956 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2006 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2006 Porsche Boxster is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1956 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Ferrari 250 GT (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2006 Porsche Boxster. (237 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2006 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 115 kg more than 1956 Ferrari 250 GT.
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, 2006 Porsche Boxster (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ferrari 250 GT | 2006 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | 250 GT | Boxster |
Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 64 L |