1977 Ferrari Dino vs. 2000 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2000 Porsche Boxster is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche Boxster (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1977 Ferrari Dino. (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1977 Ferrari Dino.
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, 2000 Porsche Boxster (335 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ferrari Dino. (264 Nm). This means 2000 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ferrari Dino | 2000 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | Dino | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2925 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 265 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2420 mm |
