1966 Ferrari 330 vs. 2011 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2011 Porsche Boxster is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 330 would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Boxster (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1966 Ferrari 330. (296 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1966 Ferrari 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ferrari 330 weights approximately 149 kg more than 2011 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, 1966 Ferrari 330 (390 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Porsche Boxster. (360 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1966 Ferrari 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Ferrari 330 | 2011 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | 330 | Boxster |
Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3967 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1351 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4371 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1293 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2416 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |