1964 Ferrari GTO vs. 2012 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2012 Porsche Boxster is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ferrari GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ferrari GTO 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 19 more horse power than 1964 Ferrari GTO. (301 HP @ 7700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1964 Ferrari GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 397 kg more than 1964 Ferrari GTO. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ferrari GTO. (255 Nm). This means 2012 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ferrari GTO.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ferrari GTO | 2012 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | GTO | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 878 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2416 mm |
