1964 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2004 Porsche Boxster is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2004 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 470 kg more than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO.
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, 2004 Porsche Boxster (310 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. 2004 Porsche Boxster has automatic transmission and 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO has manual transmission. 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Porsche Boxster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Ferrari 250 GTO | 2004 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | 250 GTO | Boxster |
Year Released | 1964 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 93.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 64 L |