1973 Ferrari Dino vs. 2010 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2010 Porsche Boxster is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Boxster (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1973 Ferrari Dino. (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1973 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 121 kg more than 1973 Ferrari Dino. 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, 2010 Porsche Boxster (360 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ferrari Dino. (226 Nm). This means 2010 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ferrari Dino | 2010 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | Dino | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1351 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4371 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1293 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2416 mm |
