1965 Lamborghini 400 vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2004 Porsche Boxster is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Lamborghini 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Lamborghini 400 would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Lamborghini 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Lamborghini 400 (320 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (236 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Lamborghini 400 should accelerate faster than 2004 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Lamborghini 400 weights approximately 116 kg more than 2004 Porsche Boxster. 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, 1965 Lamborghini 400 (355 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1965 Lamborghini 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche Boxster. 2004 Porsche Boxster has automatic transmission and 1965 Lamborghini 400 has manual transmission. 1965 Lamborghini 400 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:
| 1965 Lamborghini 400 | 2004 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Porsche |
| Model | 400 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 64 L |
