1979 Ferrari 400 vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2004 Porsche Boxster is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2004 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 445 kg more than 2004 Porsche Boxster. 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, 1979 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (310 Nm). This means 1979 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche Boxster. 2004 Porsche Boxster has automatic transmission and 1979 Ferrari 400 has manual transmission. 1979 Ferrari 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Porsche Boxster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ferrari 400 | 2004 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 400 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 64 L |
