1973 Ferrari 365 BB vs. 2007 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2007 Porsche Boxster is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ferrari 365 BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ferrari 365 BB would be higher. At 4,388 cc, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB (380 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2007 Porsche Boxster. (225 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB should accelerate faster than 2007 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 121 kg more than 1973 Ferrari 365 BB.
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, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB (410 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm). This means 1973 Ferrari 365 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche Boxster. 2007 Porsche Boxster has automatic transmission and 1973 Ferrari 365 BB has manual transmission. 1973 Ferrari 365 BB will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Porsche Boxster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ferrari 365 BB | 2007 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 365 BB | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4388 cc | 2687 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 282 km/hour | 253 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2420 mm |
