1967 Ferrari 365 California vs. 2006 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2006 Porsche Boxster is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ferrari 365 California. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ferrari 365 California would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1967 Ferrari 365 California is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ferrari 365 California (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2006 Porsche Boxster. (240 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ferrari 365 California should accelerate faster than 2006 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 240 kg more than 1967 Ferrari 365 California.
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, 1967 Ferrari 365 California (363 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche Boxster. (270 Nm). This means 1967 Ferrari 365 California will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ferrari 365 California | 2006 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 365 California | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 2686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 64 L |
