1980 Ferrari 208 vs. 2006 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2006 Porsche Boxster is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Boxster (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1980 Ferrari 208. (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1980 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Porsche Boxster (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 208. (171 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 208 | 2006 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 208 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 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 |
