1965 Ferrari 330GT vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 330GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 330GT would be higher. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 330GT (300 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2013 Porsche Boxter. (261 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 330GT should accelerate faster than 2013 Porsche Boxter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ferrari 330GT weights approximately 90 kg more than 2013 Porsche Boxter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Ferrari 330GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter will offer significantly more control. 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, 1965 Ferrari 330GT (391 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Boxter. (279 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 330GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ferrari 330GT | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 330GT | Boxter |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 262 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1282 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2475 mm |
