1958 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2012 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2012 Porsche Boxster is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Boxster (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 40 kg more than 2012 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 Porsche Boxster (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. (314 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ferrari 250 GT | 2012 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | 250 GT | Boxster |
Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4341 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1232 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2416 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 54 L |