1977 Ferrari 308 vs. 2005 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2005 Porsche Boxster is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ferrari 308 (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Porsche Boxster. (237 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2005 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 15 kg more than 1977 Ferrari 308.
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, 2005 Porsche Boxster (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ferrari 308. (266 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ferrari 308 | 2005 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 308 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 64 L |
