1978 Ferrari 400 vs. 2009 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 Porsche Boxster is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1978 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ferrari 400 (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2009 Porsche Boxster. (252 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2009 Porsche Boxster.
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, 1978 Ferrari 400 (422 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Boxster. (215 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1978 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ferrari 400 | 2009 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | 400 | Boxster |
Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 422 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 64 L |